Job Description

More time off for the things that matter - up to 6 weeks' leave annually

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Work where we work best - hybrid office/work-from-home environment

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Structured growth and development pathways

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About Fordham

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At Fordham, we specialise in helping Australia's leading business owners and Managers with all facets of their business.

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Our industry leading Business Advisors enjoy a varied breadth of work, helping clients build both their business value and personal wealth.

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We think our unique business model, coupled with our drive for our people's growth and diversity, makes us a great place for ambitious people to realise their potential and thrive.

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Fordham is part of Perpetual Wealth. As part of an exciting new chapter, Perpetual Wealth will soon become a standalone business as part of the recently announced acquisition by Bain Capital. This creates a unique opportunity to join a business focused on growth, innovation, and delivering exceptional outcomes for clients.

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About the role

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As an Accountant, you will work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver high-quality services to clients. You will prepare financial statements and tax returns, support tax compliance and planning activities, and research a range of tax, structuring, wealth and asset protection matters.

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Role responsibilities include:

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- Prepare financial statements and tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts, companies and SMSFs.
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- Complete tax compliance work, including Division 7A, FBT, CGT, payroll and other indirect tax calculations.
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- Prepare and implement tax planning strategies and initiatives.
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- Research tax, business structuring, wealth and asset protection issues.
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- Collaborate with colleagues to deliver commercially relevant outcomes for clients.
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- Identify relevant risks and elevate matters when appropriate.
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About you

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- A bachelor's degree in accounting or commerce.
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- Approximately one to three years' experience in Australian public practice.
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- Commenced or completed CA or CPA studies.
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- Experience working with privately owned groups, individuals and multiple entity types.
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- Strong interpersonal, collaboration and time-management skills.
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- Clear communication, strong research skills and the ability to propose practical solutions.
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How we work

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Our unique culture is underpinned by our three organisational behaviours, Stretch, Own it, Make an impact which drive our approach of day-to-day interactions with colleagues and clients, the way we approach decision-making to the questions we ask and the problems we solve.

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Employee benefits

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- Work from anywhere in Australia for up to one month each year.
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- An annual allowance to empower you to prioritise your personal wellbeing.
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- Study support and commitment to supporting professional development.
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Diversity and inclusion

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- Strong commitment to all aspects of Diversity and Inclusion through a robust 7 pillar strategy.
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- A growing number of employee-led networks who work to raise awareness and drive continued change.
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- We support over 50 First Nations Communities, helping to secure the communities' future. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.
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- We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. No matter your background or circumstances, we aim to provide an setting where you can thrive.
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📌 Accountant, Fordham (Victoria)
🏢 Perpetual
📍 Victoria