Job Description

About Ashfords

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Ashfords is entering an exciting new chapter as we expand our footprint with a proposed Melbourne CBD office, creating new opportunities for ambitious professionals who want to be part of something from the ground up.

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As the largest independently owned multidisciplinary firm in Melbourne's South East, we bring together seven specialist business units, combining the capability of a larger firm with the agility, accessibility and culture of an independent business.

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Joining our CBD team means more than taking on a new role. It's an opportunity to help shape a growing office, build lasting client relationships, work alongside experienced leaders and contribute to the next stage of Ashfords' growth.

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Job Description

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About Ashfords

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Ashfords is entering an exciting recent chapter as we expand our footprint with a proposed Melbourne CBD office, creating new opportunities for ambitious professionals who want to be part of something from the ground up.

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As the largest independently owned multidisciplinary firm in Melbourne's South East, we bring together seven specialist business units, combining the capability of a larger firm with the agility, accessibility and culture of an independent business.

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Joining our CBD team means more than taking on a new role. It's an opportunity to help shape a growing office, build lasting client relationships, work alongside experienced leaders and contribute to the next stage of Ashfords' growth.

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Join a firm where your impact matters.

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As a Senior Accountant, you'll support the management of an exciting client portfolio, mentor a high-performing team and work closely with Partners to deliver outstanding client outcomes.

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With real ownership, strong leadership support and clear opportunities for growth, this role offers the chance to build your career, not just your experience.

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Job Requirements

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Requirements:

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- CA/CPA qualified (or equivalent)
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- Strong experience in Australian tax and accounting for SMEs and private groups.
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- Demonstrated experience working with offshore teams.
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- Proven ability to review and compliance work (financial statements and tax returns).
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- Excellent verbal and written Communication skills
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- Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop junior staff.
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Job Responsibilities

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Duties Include (but not limited to):

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- Direct management of 2–4 offshore employees across compliance and advisory support work.
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- Deliver end-to-end monthly and annual tax compliance and associated client activities.
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- Monitors and maintains high levels of practice compliance, per legislative requirements
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- Upskill offshore staff in Australian tax compliance, accounting standards, and internal systems.
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- Ensure compliance with Australian tax law, ATO guidance, and firm policies.
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- Identify and mitigate risks in offshore-prepared work (e.g., Division 7A, trust distributions, GST, FBT).
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Job Benefits

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Why Join Ashfords?

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At Ashfords, you'll enjoy the career opportunities, support and resources of a larger firm, with the influence, visibility and agility of a growing independent business. Our purpose is simple: helping our clients, our people and our firm achieve financial freedom and peace of mind.

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What you'll enjoy:

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- Adaptable work arrangements that support life outside of work
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- Competitive salary plus performance-based incentives
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- Ongoing investment in your professional and leadership development
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- A cooperative, inclusive and high-performing culture
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- Regular social events, team experiences and wellbeing initiatives
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- The opportunity to make a real impact and shape the future of the business
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Why People Join (and Stay)

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- Genuine ownership of your clients, team and career
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- Direct access to approachable and commercially minded leaders
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- A growing firm that embraces new ideas and innovation
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- Flexibility that works in practice, not just on paper
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- Strong team culture built on trust, collaboration and success
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- Continuous investment in your technical, leadership and commercial growth
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Applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia.

📌 Senior Accountant - CBD Location (Victoria)
🏢 Ashfords Accountants & Advisory
📍 Victoria