A genuine step up with a firm that invests in your career. Our client is a well-regarded mid-tier accounting firm with a strong presence across Melbourne and a growing advisory practice. They work with a diverse client base spanning high-net-worth individuals, SMEs, and family groups — offering the variety, technical depth, and team culture that strong candidates are increasingly hard to find elsewhere.

About the Role

Reporting to a Manager or Partner, you'll manage a varied portfolio of clients independently while providing day-to-day guidance to junior team members. This isn't a compliance-only role you'll have genuine exposure to advisory work and the opportunity to build client relationships.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Preparing and reviewing financial statements and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships, and individuals
- Managing a portfolio of SME and HNWI clients with a high degree of autonomy
- Identifying tax planning opportunities and presenting recommendations to clients
- Reviewing and coaching the work of junior accountants and graduates
- Supporting Managers and Partners with advisory engagements and special projects




- Building and maintaining strong client relationships through regular communication and proactive service

About You

You're a CA or CPA-qualified accountant with solid public practice foundations, a growing desire to work beyond compliance, and the confidence to engage clients directly.

- CA or CPA qualified (or finalist)
- 3–5+ years' experience in Australian public practice
- Proven ability to manage a client portfolio with limited supervision
- Robust technical knowledge across tax and compliance — business services background ideal
- Experience reviewing and mentoring junior staff
- Excellent communication skills and a client-first mindset
- Proficiency in Xero, MYOB, or similar cloud accounting software

Why This Role?

- Competitive salary with annual review, $80,000–$100,000 + super, commensurate with experience
- Structured pathway to Manager level with genuine Partner sponsorship
- CA/CPA study support and professional development budget
- Flexible working arrangement, hybrid model available
- A social, collaborative team culture with regular firm events

For more information please hit apply or send resumes directly to [email protected]

📌 Senior Accountant (Melbourne)
🏢 Atlas Partners
📍 Melbourne