Senior Accountant - Public Practice (Advisory)
Join a growing boutique accounting and advisory firm, based in central Gold Coast, offering far more than a traditional public practice role.
Working closely with leadership, you'll manage an established client portfolio, provide strategic advice to a diverse range of businesses, and play a key role in driving the firm's continued growth.
Beyond strong technical accounting and taxation expertise, you'll have the prospect to contribute to AI and automation initiatives, build meaningful client relationships, and represent the firm within the broader business community.
For the right person, this role offers genuine long-term career progression, including a pathway into future leadership and partnership opportunities.
Sound like you, or someone you know?
The Role
You will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of clients, providing high-quality compliance and advisory services while building strong long-term relationships.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing a portfolio of business clients across taxation, compliance, advisory and financial reporting engagements
Preparing and reviewing financial statements, tax returns and BAS for a range of entity structures
Providing proactive commercial, financial and taxation advice to support client growth and business outcomes
Managing and mentoring junior team members while helping develop capability across the broader team
Working closely with the Directors on complex financial reporting and taxation matters
Identifying opportunities to improve systems, workflows and operational efficiencies
Leading and contributing to automation and AI initiatives across the firm
Driving efficiencies through technology integration,



data automation and process improvement
Building trusted client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
Representing the firm at networking events, industry functions and business forums
Contributing to the firm's organic growth through referrals, relationship building and exceptional client service
Acting as an ambassador for the business and helping strengthen its presence within the local business community
About You
You are an experienced public practice accountant who enjoys taking ownership, building trusted relationships and operating with a high degree of autonomy.
You will bring
CA or CPA qualification, or be working towards completion
5+ years' experience within Australian public practice accounting
Strong technical expertise across Australian taxation, compliance and financial reporting
Confidence and maturity when communicating with clients, stakeholders and business owners
The ability to work autonomously and manage your own client portfolio
Genuine interest in technology, automation and the future of the accounting profession
Strong commercial awareness and relationship management skills
Comfort representing the firm at business networking and industry events
A passion for building meaningful professional relationships and identifying growth opportunities
Pride in your work, your clients and the business you represent




A long-term mindset and desire to contribute to the future success of the firm
Above all, we're looking for a professional who sees the big picture.
Someone who wants to become a trusted advisor to their clients, contribute to the growth of the firm, and build a long-term career within a business where their impact will be recognised.
Why Join This Firm?
Significant involvement in projects focused on process improvement, workflow automation and technology integration
Ongoing mentoring and training across complex taxation and financial reporting
A mature, professional and highly autonomous working environment
Diverse exposure across multiple industries rather than a heavily specialised portfolio
Strong culture built on trust, accountability and long-term relationships
Opportunity to establish yourself within the local business community and build your professional profile
Clear progression pathway into senior leadership with no class ceilings
Support for ongoing professional development and further qualifications
Open to interstate candidates seeking a long-term career move
Who This Role Will Suit?
This opportunity will suit a Senior Accountant who is looking beyond a standard compliance role and wants to become a genuine contributor to a firm's future success story.
You'll be someone who combines strong technical capability with commercial awareness, enjoys building relationships, embraces innovation, and takes pride in representing the business.
Most importantly, you'll be motivated by the opportunity to build a long-term career within a firm where your influence can help shape the next decade of growth.
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📌 Senior Accountant - Public Practice (Advisory) (Gold Coast)
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