Intermediate Accountant – Business Services & Tax Areti Professional – Brighton-Le-Sands NSW

Build your career in a dynamic public practice accounting firm

Sydney Location (Brighton-Le-Sands 2216)

An established and growing mid‑sized accounting firm in Brighton is seeking a motivated

Intermediate Accountant

to join its Business Services and Tax team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant with at least two years’ relevant experience who wants to develop their technical skills, take greater ownership of client work and build a long‑term career within a supportive and fast‑moving professional practice.

You will work across a diverse portfolio of clients and entities and gain hands‑on exposure to taxation, financial reporting, business services and direct client liaison.

Full training and ongoing professional development will be provided, with genuine opportunities for career progression for the right person.

Visa Sponsorship Available In addition to those with unrestricted Australian working rights, the firm will accept a suitably qualified applicant who

currently holds a subclass 482 visa.

The Role

Preparing income tax returns for all entities including individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships and superannuation funds

Preparing financial accounts and statements including profit and loss statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements for all entities mentioned above

Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual Business Activity Statements and Instalment Activity Statements

Assisting and liaising with clients on their financial matters through use of email, telephone, in person and all other equipment that the employer may provide.

Processing client accounting information and performing account reconciliations

Identifying required accounting adjustments and assisting clients with financial and taxation matters





Ensuring financial reports are prepared in accordance with applicable Australian Accounting Standards

Liaising with the ATO, ASIC and other government authorities on client matters

Assisting with business registrations, ATO portal matters, ASIC updates and renewals

Assisting with tax planning, business structures and other business advisory matters

Taking instructions from senior accountants as well as working collaboratively with them and other team members on client assignments and projects

Visiting client premises when required

Taking increasing responsibility for assigned work as your experience develops

About You We are looking for someone who is serious about building a career in public practice and becoming an important long-term member of the firm.

Ideally, you will have:

A Bachelor of Accounting, Commerce or equivalent qualification

A minimum of

two years’ relevant Australian accounting and taxation experience

Experience preparing financial statements and Australian income tax returns

Experience working with companies, trusts, partnerships and individual clients

Experience with accounting and taxation software such as

HandiSoft, Xero and MYOB

Strong understanding of BAS, IAS and general Australian taxation compliance

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively with other team members.





Experience in customer service as well as confidence communicating directly with clients and working with them to attain desired results

Strong organisational and time‑management skills

Demonstrated ability in maintaining current knowledge of taxation, accounting and regulatory requirements

A preference for a

long-term career opportunity , rather than simply your next short-term position

The Person We’re Looking For Technical ability is important, but attitude and commitment are equally important.

You will be:

Dedicated and dependable , with a strong sense of responsibility for your work

An

autonomous self-starter

who can take ownership of assigned tasks

Equally comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Proactive and willing to contribute wherever required

Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast‑paced professional workplace

Flexible and prepared to assist during particularly busy periods when required

Professional and confident when dealing with clients

Committed to accuracy, deadlines and high‑quality work

Committed to the company’s rules and regulations, able to demonstrate ability to maintain strong commitment in meeting performance expectations and maintaining good relationship with clients and other team members of the company.

What We Offer

Permanent, full‑time position

Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development

Genuine opportunities for career progression

Broad exposure across tax, accounting and business services

Direct client interaction and the opportunity to build your own professional capabilities

Support from experienced senior accountants and the firm’s Principal

A dynamic and fast‑moving mid‑sized accounting practice where your contribution will be recognised

Long‑term career opportunity for the right person

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