Hood Sweeney is a South Australian professional services firm celebrating our 50-year anniversary this year. Our 140 staff in Adelaide and regional offices in Clare, Pt Augusta, Whyalla, and Kadina, serve more than 3,000 clients, including family businesses, small-to-medium businesses, and professionals. We provide Accounting & Business Advisory, Financial Planning and Finance, Technology services through Orlo One, and a range of consulting services for growing business, through Blue Jam. Our vision is to grow a united, dynamic and future-focused firm that creates opportunities for our team, clients and stakeholders.
About the role:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join our team based in Adelaide. In this role, you will be responsible for producing and delivering high-quality taxation and business advisory work for a range of clients. Working closely with other members of the Accounting team, you will contribute to providing a high level of service to our clients.
The core responsibilities will include:
Perform and deliver accounting, taxation and advisory services at a high-level including preparation of financial statements and income tax returns;
Preparation and lodgment of BAS, IAS and tax returns;
Collaborate with our other service lines to integrate seamlessly for our clients;
Provision of accurate and timely financial, taxation and business advisory services to clients;
Building and sharing knowledge and engaging in ongoing personal career growth.
Ideally, you will have experience in accounting with a mid-tier, multidisciplinary firm, have a CA/CPA qualification and possess demonstratable performance in a similar role. Additionally, you will possess impeccable written and verbal communication skills along with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team workplace. Fluent knowledge of XERO is essential; additional experience in XPM will be highly regarded.
What we will provide for you:




Professional development opportunities through technical trainings and mentorship;
Relocation incentives on offer;
Competitive salary with reward and recognition benefits;
Positive team culture with a vibrant, social atmosphere;
Access to health and wellbeing initiatives.
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Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
What's your expected annual base salary?
How many years' experience do you have as an accountant?
How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
Do you have experience using Xero?
Hood Sweeney – Join the Journey
Hood Sweeney is a leading South Australian advisory firm with 130+ staff across five offices: Adelaide, Clare, Kadina, Port Augusta and Whyalla. Since ****, we've supported 3,000+ clients in agribusiness, healthcare, not-for-profits and private enterprise. Our services include Accounting & Business Advisory, Financial Planning, Finance & Lending, Technology (Orlo One) and Growth Advisory (Blue Jam). We're about people, not just numbers - helping clients and team members grow with confidence and purpose.
Hood Sweeney – Join the Journey
Hood Sweeney is a leading South Australian advisory firm with 130+ staff across five offices: Adelaide, Clare, Kadina, Port Augusta and Whyalla. Since ****, we've supported 3,000+ clients in agribusiness, healthcare, not-for-profits and private enterprise. Our services include Accounting & Business Advisory, Financial Planning, Finance & Lending, Technology (Orlo One) and Growth Advisory (Blue Jam). We're about people, not just numbers - helping clients and team members grow with confidence and purpose.
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📌 Senior Accountant (Adelaide)
🏢 Hood Sweeney
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