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04-08-2026 to 05-09-2026

ACCOUNTANT (GENERAL)

BYRNES ACCOUNTING & FINANCIAL PTY LTD

TAMWORTH NSW 2340

FULL-TIME, PERMANENT

SALARY $85K to $95K PER ANNUM

Position Summary

Byrnes Accounting & Financial Pty Ltd provides taxation, accounting, business advisory, financial reporting and compliance services to individuals, businesses, trusts and self-managed superannuation funds. We also conduct annual audits for not-for-profit organisations and provide management accounting services to Aboriginal Health Services.

The Accountant (General) will deliver accounting, taxation and advisory services, manage a portfolio of clients and ensure compliance with Australian accounting, taxation and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting

- Prepare annual financial statements for companies, trusts, partnerships and sole traders.
- Prepare management reports, cash-flow forecasts and financial projections.
- Analyse financial performance, reconcile accounts and maintain accurate records.

Taxation

- Prepare and lodge income tax returns, BAS, IAS and GST returns.
- Provide taxation planning and compliance advice.
- Liaise with the Australian Taxation Office regarding client matters.

Business Advisory

- Assist clients with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
- Analyse profitability and recommend improvements to financial management and operational efficiency.
- Provide advice on business structures and financial decisions.

Compliance

- Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards, taxation legislation and relevant corporate requirements.
- Prepare ASIC and other statutory compliance documentation.
- Maintain accurate client records and working papers.

Client Management

- Manage a portfolio of business and individual clients.
- Meet with clients to discuss financial performance, taxation and compliance obligations.




- Maintain professional relationships and respond promptly to enquiries.

Financial Systems

- Use accounting systems including Xero, MYOB, Reckon and other cloud-based platforms.
- Assist clients with bookkeeping systems and software implementation.
- Review financial controls and recommend improvements.

Professional Duties

- Maintain client confidentiality and high ethical standards.
- Remain current with accounting, taxation and legislative changes.
- Undertake professional development and guide junior staff where required.

Essential Selection Criteria

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree or higher qualification in Accounting or a closely related discipline.
- Membership of IPA, CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, or willingness to obtain membership.

Experience

- At least five years of relevant post-qualification accounting experience.
- Experience preparing financial statements, taxation returns and compliance reports.
- Knowledge of Australian accounting and taxation requirements is highly desirable.

Skills

- Strong analytical, problem-solving and numerical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and cloud-accounting software skills.
- Ability to manage multiple client files, priorities and deadlines.

Knowledge The successful applicant should understand:

- Australian Accounting Standards and taxation law.
- GST, BAS, payroll and financial reporting requirements.
- Budgeting, business advisory and corporate compliance.
- Accounting and financial-management systems.

Core Competencies

- Skilled judgement and ethical conduct.
- Financial analysis and attention to detail.
- Client relationship management and communication.
- Teamwork, organisation and commercial awareness.

Physical Requirements

This office-based role involves extended periods of computer work, document preparation and client consultation.

SALARY $85K to $95K PER ANNUM

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