Job Description:
We are seeking an Intermediate Accountant to join our Port Stephens Business Advisory Team.
About PKF:
PKF is a different sort of accounting firm that creates a positive environment for its employees to feel valued and achieve their full potential. We offer:
* Competitive remuneration package
* Exceptional opportunity for career development and progression
* Opportunity for secondment in PKF offices overseas
* Flexible work arrangements
* Work/Life balance encouraged
* Friendly culture and team events
* Study support and training
* Collaborative and inclusive working environment
* Wellbeing initiatives
* Employee referral cash bonus
Main Responsibilities:
A Business Advisory Services Intermediate will be primarily responsible for assisting clients by completing much of the preparation of financial and management accounting reports for review by senior members of the team.
* Prepare compliance jobs to trial balance stage
* Identify franking account issues such as franking deficit tax and penalties
* Review client-prepared BAS/IAS and provide assistance with amendment/correction of system
* Identify and resolve basic problems arising in client financial statements
* Prepare and analyse accounts, income tax returns, company annual returns, Business Activity Statements, Fringe Benefit Tax returns, and notices of assessment
* Identify business performance issues and ability to identify key indicators
* Begin to identify client needs and value-added services that we can provide to a client
Requirements:
To apply for this role, you should have:
* At least two years experience or proven ability in a similar role
* Understanding of all fundamental accounting concepts (accounting equation, debits and credits, financial statements)
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite including Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook
* Working knowledge of computerized accounting packages i.e., IPS, APS, and MYOB
* Demonstrated confidence and communication skills to assist in on-the-job training of undergraduates and graduates
* Basic understanding of tax laws, state taxes and duties relating to resident taxpayers
* Comprehension of accounting and taxation concepts and a willingness to develop practical application of this knowledge