An established Newcastle accounting firm is looking to add an experienced Intermediate Accountant to its growing team.

The firm has a strong reputation in the local market, with an experienced leadership team and a long-standing client base across a broad range of industries. The setting is collaborative and supportive, with a genuine focus on developing its people and building long-term client relationships.

This is an chance for an Intermediate Accountant who wants to broaden their technical experience, become more involved with clients and continue progressing their career within a reliable and supportive practice.

What’s on offer

- 2 days working from home after probation

- Flexible start and finish times

- Monthly RDO

- Stable team with low staff turnover

- Salary review at the end of probation and annually thereafter

- CA/CPA study support

- 2 days study leave

- Regular training and development

- Quarterly and annual team events

The role

Working closely with Senior Accountants and Managers, you’ll manage a portfolio of client work and progressively take on greater responsibility.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Preparing financial statements for companies, trusts, partnerships and sole traders

- Preparing and lodging income tax returns, BAS, IAS and FBT returns

- Assisting with Division 7A, CGT and FBT calculations

- Managing client files from start to finish

- Maintaining accurate records and meeting compliance deadlines





- Liaising with the ATO and other regulatory bodies when required

- Responding to client queries via phone and email

- Developing your confidence in direct client communication and advisory work

You’ll have access to experienced senior team members who are available to provide guidance and support as you develop your technical skills and take on more responsibility.

About you

We’re looking for someone with:

- 2–3+ years’ experience in an Australian accounting practice

- A tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline

- Experience preparing tax returns and financial statements

- Exposure to companies, trusts, partnerships and sole traders

- Understanding of Division 7A, CGT and FBT

- Experience with Xero and/or MYOB

- CA or CPA completed, underway or an interest in commencing

- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

- A collaborative approach and willingness to learn

- Motivation to continue developing and progressing within public practice

The opportunity

If you’re looking for a role where you can build on your existing public practice experience, work with experienced accountants and progressively develop your client-facing and advisory skills, this could be a strong next step.

Take the Next Step

Whether you are an Intermediate Accountant ready to step up, or a Senior Accountant looking for your next challenge, this opportunity provides the support and platform to continue growing your career.

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