Accounting Professional
The role of an Accounting Professional at a public practice involves working in flexible office locations across the East Coast of Australia. A successful candidate will be ambitious, keen to advance their career and work independently.
About the Role
* Excellent accounting skills, pinpoint accuracy, and the ability to identify meaningful details are essential for this position.
* Pleasing people skills enable you to work as part of a tight-knit team, partner with stakeholders, and communicate financial concepts effectively to colleagues.
* You will understand deadlines and effectively convey financial information to others.
Key Responsibilities
* As an Accounting Professional, you will collaborate with leadership and contribute to key decisions.
* You will maintain autonomous work while collaborating across the company.
* Your tasks include preparing financial statements and tax returns for trusts, companies, and individuals, providing business advice on tax planning.
* You must be results-driven, process- and efficiency-minded, and care for clients as part of a high-performing team.
* Manage your workflow efficiently.
* Delegate work to other team members based on your skill level.
* Work hard during deadline-driven periods and enjoy rewarding outcomes with staff and clients.
Key Requirements
* CA/CPA qualified (or working towards) with excellent communication skills is a necessity.
* A degree qualification in Commerce, Business, or a related field is required.
* At least 3 years' experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or audit services (ideally within a chartered accounting environment).
* You must be a strong team player.
* Highly motivated with a strong desire to succeed.
* Advanced MS Excel skills and data manipulation are critical.
* Multitasking and attention to detail are essential.
* You need to develop relationships across areas of the business and externally with partners.
* A forward-thinking mindset in general accounting and administration support is necessary.
Benefits and Advancement Opportunities
* Competitive salary up to $85,000 + Super (based on experience).
* Partner model with uncapped commissions and achievable bonus earnings—up to 20% on self-developed clients.
* Structured training and investment in professional development.
* An exceptional opportunity to advance your career with a growth-oriented company.
* Strong focus on technology and automation; encouragement to develop niche expertise.
* A collaborative, entrepreneurial work culture.
* An open-door policy with partners; supportive team environment.
* A balanced work-life environment.