Job Description

Compagnoni Accounting Pty Ltd is a public accounting practice located at 1/65 Main Street, Mittagong, in the Southern Highlands of NSW. We provide taxation compliance and advisory services to individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships and self-managed superannuation funds. We are a friendly, close-knit team with longstanding client relationships and a strong focus on approachable, high-quality service.

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We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Taxation Accountant to join our Mittagong office on a full-time, permanent basis.

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This is an on-site position and is not available as a remote role.

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The role

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Prepare income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships and self-managed superannuation funds

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Prepare special-purpose financial statements

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Prepare Business Activity Statements, Instalment Activity Statements and Fringe Benefits Tax returns

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Analyse clients' income, expenditure and operating costs

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Review financial information for accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements

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Research and analyse Australian taxation issues — including business structures, CGT, Division 7A, trust distributions, small-business CGT concessions and superannuation contributions — and prepare technical briefings and recommendations for partner-level review

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Manage SMSF annual compliance work, including liaison with independent auditors and actuaries

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Correspond with clients and the Australian Taxation Office on compliance and advisory matters

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Assist with responses to ATO reviews and audits, private ruling applications and objections

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Prepare and maintain accurate workpapers using Xero, Xero Tax and BGL Straightforward Fund 360

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Maintain client records,



time entries and workflow status using Xero Practice Manager and Karbon

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Manage assigned client engagements from workpaper preparation through to lodgement and post-lodgement review

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Liaise directly with clients and explain taxation and compliance matters clearly

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About you

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To be considered, you must have:

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A bachelor's degree in accounting, commerce or a closely related discipline

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At least two years' experience working in an Australian public accounting practice

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Practical working knowledge of Australian income tax, GST, FBT and SMSF compliance

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Experience preparing Australian income tax returns and financial statements for individuals and business entities

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Proficiency in Xero and Xero Tax

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Experience using BGL Simple Fund 360 or equivalent SMSF compliance software

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A high standard of technical accuracy, with demonstrated ability to prepare compliance work requiring minimal partner-level review

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Strong organisational skills and close attention to detail across all client work

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Strong written and verbal communication skills

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A friendly and professional communication style, with the ability to build positive working relationships with clients and colleagues

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The ability to manage assigned work, meet deadlines and communicate directly with clients

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Experience using Karbon or Xero Practice Manager will be advantageous but is not essential.

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CA or CPA membership or enrolment is not required for this position.

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Employer: Compagnoni Accounting Pty Ltd
n Position: Taxation Accountant
n Location: 1/65 Main Street, Mittagong NSW 2575
n Employment: Full-time, permanent
n Work arrangement: On-site; not remote
n Salary: $90,000 per annum plus superannuation

📌 Taxation Accountant (Mittagong)
🏢 Compagnoni Accounting
📍 Mittagong