We're looking for an experienced SMSF accountant to join our Melbourne CBD team!With 4+ years behind you in SMSF accounting, this is a role where you can take real ownership of your work, deepen your technical expertise, and grow with a supportive, high-performing team. You'll be trusted with complex client work and backed every step of the way.
Our Mission
At Kelly+Partners, we operate with one clear mission: "to help our people, private business owners, and the communities we work in Be Better Off". We are committed to providing personal and professional growth opportunities to ensure all our team members are set up for a fulfilling and successful future.
Why Kelly+Partners?
Top 20 accounting firm with offices across Australia, Ireland, USA and Hong Kong
Winner of the Australian Business Awards for Employer of Choice ****
Awarded one of Australia's Best Workplaces for Women ****
Growing at 30%+ per annum since ****
Why Join Us?
Beyond the day-to-day work, we offer a range of benefits to help you grow, develop, and feel supported:
Client Diversity & Professional Development:Work with a varied portfolio of SMSF clients and benefit from monthly tax/SMSF training, external speakers, and ongoing internal learning.
Grow Your Career:Take on complex client work with clear progression pathways and the support of an experienced, collaborative team.
Prime CBD Location:Work from our modern Collins Street office, with laneway cafés, great dining, and Southern Cross and Flinders Street stations all at your doorstep.
Full-Time or Part-Time Available:full-time or part-time hours (minimum three days per week) to suit where you're at.




Postgraduate Support:Assistance with postgraduate studies and access to the Employee Assistance Program.
Supportive Team:Join a motivated team that values mentorship, excellence, and teamwork.
Position Responsibilities
Preparation and review of SMSF Financial Statements
Completion of SMSF Annual Returns
Preparation of Tax Reconciliations
Reconciliations of investment balances and investment returns
Calculation of pension liabilities
BAS & IAS Statements as required
Preparation of electronic workpapers
Preparation of audit packages and liaising with external auditors
Preparation of Trustee documentation
Ensuring work is completed within budget and time constraints
Liaise with various statutory authorities on behalf of clients, including the ATO and ASIC
Work with the Client Director and team to ensure client work is completed within allocated timeframes
Preparation of correspondence to clients and other bodies as required
Support and mentor junior team members as needed
About You
Minimum 4 years' experience in SMSF accounting within a chartered accounting practice
Strong technical SMSF knowledge, with the ability to work autonomously and manage your own portfolio
Able to work full-time or part time (minimum three days per week)
Hands-on experience with SMSF software such as Class Super or BGL360
Confident preparing and reviewing complex SMSF work end-to-end
Degree qualified, CA completed or near completion
Excellent written and verbal communication, with the confidence to liaise directly with clients and statutory bodies
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines
A proactive, client-focused approach and the maturity to mentor and support junior team members

📌 Senior Smsf Accountant (Melbourne)
🏢 Kellypartners
📍 Melbourne