Our client is looking for an experienced Accountant to join their close-knit team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working autonomously, managing their own portfolio and providing clients with a complete end-to-end service.
About the Role: You'll join an experienced accounting team where you'll have ownership of your client portfolio while being supported by a cooperative administration and offshore support team.
The client base is predominantly made up of SMEs, trades and family-owned businesses, providing plenty of variety across your day-to-day work.
You will be responsible for: • Managing your own portfolio of clients from start to finish • Preparing financial statements and income tax returns • Providing ongoing accounting and tax advice to clients • Managing SME, family business and individual clients • Working across a varied portfolio including SMSFs • Liaising directly with clients and building long-term relationships • Managing workflow and deadlines independently • Keeping up to date with relevant tax and accounting legislation • Working collaboratively with the wider accounting and administration teams About you: We're looking for an experienced Accountant who is confident managing clients autonomously and enjoys building genuine long-term relationships.
Ideally, you will have:



• Previous experience within public practice accounting • Strong end-to-end accounting and taxation experience • Experience managing an SME-focused client portfolio • Excellent communication and client relationship skills • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills • The ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines • A proactive and client-focused approach • Experience with Xero and XPM is highly regarded • Experience with FYI and BGL 360 is advantageous Why Join?
• Established boutique practice with over 40 years of history • Long-standing and loyal client base • Genuine work-life balance • No timesheets – clients operate on a fixed-fee model • Flexible work-from-home policy • Free onsite parking • Friendly, relaxed and collaborative team culture • Supportive and approachable management • Strong professional development and training • Genuine career progression opportunities • Excellent staff retention • Regular team events, including EOFY and Christmas functions • A workplace where you are valued as an individual, not a number About the Company: Our client is a well-established boutique accounting practice with a long-standing reputation and loyal client base.
The firm has a close-knit team of experienced accountants who work autonomously while being well supported by administration and offshore support.
The culture is relaxed, approachable and genuinely focused on providing employees with a sustainable work-life balance.
If you're looking for a practice where you can take ownership of your clients, work with an experienced team and enjoy genuine flexibility and support, this could be an excellent next step.
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📌 Accountant - Hybrid Role (Melbourne)
🏢 Engage Personnel
📍 Melbourne