We are seeking a Senior Australian Public Practice Accountant in Business Services and Tax to manage a portfolio of SME clients; prepare and review complex financial statements and tax returns, and deliver strategic tax advice.

The role bridges compliance and advisory, requiring CA ANZ/CPA Australia qualifications with at least 5 years of Public Practice Accounting experience working ongoing on business clients.

Key Role Details & Requirements

Core Responsibilities
Compliance & Reporting: Prepare and review income tax returns and financial statements for companies, trusts, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals.
Taxation & Advisory: Manage FBT, CGT, and Div 7A implications, and assist with year-end tax planning and structuring.
Client Management: Act as a key point of contact for clients, answering queries, and occasionally acting as an outsourced/Virtual CFO.
Team Mentorship: Review the work of junior and intermediate accountants, providing technical on-the-job training and guidance.
Workflow & WIP: Monitor job budgets, manage Work In Progress (WIP), and report operational variances to Managers or Partners.

Qualifications & Experience




Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Business.
Certification: Fully qualified or near-completion of CA (Chartered Accountants) or CPA (Certified Practising Accountants) Australia.
Experience: Typically 5 to 10+ years of continuous experience within an Australian public practice accounting firm, working on business clients.
Software Skills: High proficiency with up-to-date cloud accounting and tax software (e.g., Xero, MYOB, Reckon, BGL, and HandiSoft).

What Top-Tier Firms Offer
Salary Range: Usually between $90,000 to $140,000 +SGC, heavily dependent on your exact years of experience working on complex clients, and Australian qualification status.
Perks: Adaptable hybrid working arrangements, rostered days off (RDOs), and structured career development programs.

If you are looking to secure a role for this position or other Public Practice jobs, please apply with a covering letter and we will contact you for a confidential discussion and to match your needs.

📌 Senior Accountant Melbourne
🏢 Lambda Recruitment
📍 Melbourne