A great opportunity for an experienced tax accountant seeking to join an innovative team with Big 4 experience in a role which offers both flexibility and opportunity.

Brain Partners is a boutique advisory and chartered accountancy firm working at the forefront of modern advisory, optimisation, compliance and Cross-Border Taxation. Founded in Sydney, we are established in AU, US & US to help ambitious startups and established businesses grow internationally, improve efficiency, and achieve business ambitions.

We encourage a team-oriented, collaborative professional culture, built on meaningful, trusted relationships both internally and externally. High level of interaction with clients local & international.

Third‑party agency approaches will not be considered. Only direct applications will be accepted.

A great opportunity for an experienced tax accountant seeking to join an innovative team with Big 4 experience in a role which offers both flexibility and opportunity.

Brain Partners is a boutique advisory and chartered accountancy firm working at the forefront of modern advisory, optimisation, compliance and Cross-Border Taxation. Founded in Sydney, we are established in AU, US & AU to help ambitious startups and established businesses grow internationally, improve efficiency, and achieve business ambitions.

We encourage a team-oriented, collaborative professional culture, built on meaningful, trusted relationships both internal and externally. High level of interaction with clients local & international.

Third‑party agency approaches will not be considered. Only direct applications will be accepted.

Description of the role:

We are looking for an experienced senior tax accountant wishing to join a successful, senior and hands‑on team combining technical excellence and innovation to deliver client success. Working directly with the founding partners you will be an integral part of our growing team.



Your key responsibilities include:

Tax Compliance and Review:

- Preparation of income tax returns, FBT returns, BAS/IAS, and annual tax reconciliations for companies, trusts, partnerships, and self-managed superannuation funds

- Accounting for Groups, consolidated financial statements, transfer pricing adjustments

- Ensure all deliverables meet ATO standards, internal quality controls, and statutory deadlines

- Manage year‑end tax processes, including tax provisioning, distribution calculations, and trust resolutions

Technical Advisory & Issue Resolution:

- Provide guidance on Income Tax, CGT, Division 7A, UPEs, trust streaming, small business concessions, GST, and Superannuation matters

- Identify tax planning opportunities and support managers/partners in delivering advisory engagements

- Research and interpret legislation, rulings, and case law to resolve complex client issues

Client Relationship Management:

- Act as day‑to‑day contact for a portfolio of clients, ensuring proactive communication and timely delivery

- Presentation of tax positions, risks, and recommendations in explicit, client‑friendly language

- Support onboarding of recent clients, including risk assessments and engagement documentation

Workflow, Quality & Risk Management:

- Maintain compliance with firm policies, ATO requirements, and professional standards

- Assist with internal reviews, audit support, and ATO correspondence (reviews, objections, private rulings)





- Leverage outsourced resources to ensure efficiency and promote client base growth and diversification

Leadership & Team Development:

- Team-first behaviour

- Ability to work autonomously and delegate tasks

- Assist with training sessions

- Contribute to knowledge‑sharing initiatives

Ideal Candidate:

- CA/CPA qualified with 5+ years’ post qualified experience in AU Tax (public practice), knowledge of US & UK Tax beneficial

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to clearly explain technical concepts

- Fast learner, high attention to detail and strong analytical capability

- Strong knowledge of Australian tax law across Income Tax, CGT, GST, FBT, Trust and SMSF taxation

- Experience reviewing complex tax returns and tax effect accounting

- Ability to interpret legislation and apply tax rulings with precision

- Experience with cross‑border tax issues, withholding tax, or Transfer Pricing would be beneficial

- Exposure to tax technology platforms (Xero, QuickBooks, MYOB, HandiSoft, SalesForce CRM, Access Ledger, Access Tax, BGL, NowInfinity, Fathom, Claude Cowork)

- Interest in automation, data integrity, and improving tax reporting systems

- Demonstrated experience in managing workflow

- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities

- Commitment to continuous improvement and process optimisation

Performance Indicators:

- Accuracy and quality of work

- Timeliness of deliverables and adherence to budgets

- Client satisfaction and retention

- Team development and capability uplift

- Contribution to technical excellence and process improvement

Role Benefits:

- Mentoring by the partners

- Professional development

- Professional and social engagement with the team and clients

- Investment in innovation, technology and AI

- Supportive team

- Bonus scheme

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📌 Associate Tax Manager (The Hills Shire)
🏢 Brain Partners
📍 The Hills Shire