Elphinstone Stevens Pty Ltd is a mid-sized CPA public accounting firm based in modern offices in Burnie on Tasmania’s North West Coast. We work with a diverse portfolio of small to mid-sized family businesses, providing high-quality accounting, taxation, and advisory services.
As a proactive firm, we focus on enhancing our clients’ financial knowledge while using leading accounting software including Xero, MYOB, Access HandiSoft, and BGL. Our services also extend to SMSF compliance, payroll, and business advisory.
About the Role
We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant to join our dynamic and close-knit team. This is a client-facing role that combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities and offers a real opportunity for career progression.
You will:
Prepare financial statements, tax returns, and BAS for a variety of clients
Review work prepared by junior staff and provide constructive feedback
Mentor and support less experienced team members
Serve as a key point of contact for clients and help strengthen long-term relationships
Be involved in ongoing training and development, both for yourself and your team
About You
The ideal candidate will be:
A self-motivated, enthusiastic professional with at least 5 years of Australian public practice experience
Degree-qualified in Accounting or similar (CPA/CA or working towards is highly regarded)
Proficient in Excel, Word, and common accounting software (experience with Xero, MYOB, or BGL is advantageous)
Capable of working independently, managing deadlines, and collaborating within a team
Passionate about helping clients grow and improve their financial literacy
You are adaptable and open to change, with a proactive mindset toward embracing current technologies. You’re able to support and encourage ongoing transitions—such as software upgrades and the integration of AI—to help drive efficiency and continuous improvement across the firm
Why Join Us?
Work in a tight-knit team with direct access to the firm’s Director and senior CPAs
Be part of a long-standing, well-respected local firm
Opportunity to work with clients out of office across the West Coast, Central Coast and far North West Tasmania
Exposure to a wide variety of industries, particularly primary production/agriculture
Flexible working options available, including part-time or work-from-home for the right applicant
Participate in our active social club and community engagement activities
Enjoy regular in-house and peer-to-peer training
Receive support for professional development – including study leave and mentoring
Build your career in a firm that values integrity, growth, and client relationships
Application questions
Please answer the following questions as part of your application:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as an accountant?
- Do you have experience using Microsoft Excel?
- How many years of public practice accounting experience do you have?
- Do you have experience completing Business Activity Statements (BAS)?
- How many years of payroll experience do you have?
- How many years of taxation experience do you have?
- Which of the following accounting packages are you experienced with?
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📌 Senior Accountant
🏢 Elphinstone Stevens
📍 Burnie