Shepard Webster & O’Neill (SWON) established since 1948 & located on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, is seeking a Graduate Business Services/Tax Accountant to join our extremely successful team. We believe our team is our number one asset & that our people deserve not only the very best culture, but to be motivated & supported in their work environment so they are empowered to perform at their best.
About the role
Reports to Partners and Senior Accountants managing a range of client affairs under direction. This role requires the candidate to complete work under supervision.
Key responsibilities
- Accurately complete clients' source documentation for processing including bank reconciliations
- Completion of client income tax returns
- Preparation of draft financial statements
- Prepare Activity Statements to review stage
- Identify where various items are represented on statements
- Provide supporting documentation and clearly articulate and prove how certain figures/outcomes were achieved and why
- Competent with programs such as Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, Reckon and BGL at basic levels
- Strong Excel and Word skills
- Access ATO portal for client information and BAS lodgement
- Attend structured training events
Benefits for you
- Attractive Remuneration package with performance & remuneration reviews
- Generous & achievable Bonus program
- Financial incentives for new client & colleague referrals
- State of the art facilities & amenities
- Flexible work hours/WFH options with on-site carparking or take the train…we’re only 2 mins away
- We are a Xero practice & a paperless office
- Reimbursement of CA/CPA study fees and annual membership dues
- Direct Partner Mentoring with open door policy
- Structured training events with a variety of delivery modes to keep it interesting
- Career progression with potential Partnership pathway
- Supportive & cooperative organisation with an inclusive team culture
- Fresh fruit provided to keep you fuelled (sometimes hot cinnamon donuts!)
- SWON celebrations for Milestones, EOFY & Christmas
- Regular Social Club gatherings & Footy tipping/Melbourne Cup Sweep for fun
Requirements of the role
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proactive and innovative
- Flexible and adaptable
- Enthusiastic team player
- Confidentiality
Remuneration package negotiable
We look forward to hearing from you - please email your CV & cover letter to *@shepard.com.au
Applicants must submit to a Police check, be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident and reside in Melbourne