We encourage client interaction at every level, and as Senior Accountant, you'll own it.
You'll manage your own portfolio of clients as their trusted advisor, move beyond compliance into genuine advisory work, and have the autonomy to run your own relationships with the support of experienced Partners when it counts.You will be the point of contact your clients rely on: business owners, primary producers, professionals and family groups.
You will guide them through complex decisions that shape their future, not just their obligations, while developing junior accountants and helping shape the team around you.While you'll be based in Cairns, you'll be part of a multi-disciplinary team across Queensland, with specialists in accounting, tax, assurance and financial planning.
You'll have the breadth of experience and the clear pathways you need to keep progressing your career.What you'll doManaging your own portfolio of clients as their trusted advisorPreparing and reviewing financial statements, tax returns and compliance workMoving into advisory work: business planning, structuring and growth conversationsWorking directly with Partners on complex client matters and strategyMentoring and supporting junior accountants as they developIdentifying opportunities to add value beyond complianceWhat you'll bringWe're looking for an experienced accountant ready to take ownership and lead:Around 5+ year's experience in Business Services, Tax or AuditCA or CPA qualified, or close to completingA degree in Accounting,



Commerce or a related disciplineStrong technical accounting and taxation knowledgeA track record of managing client relationships and delivering quality outcomesLeadership qualities and confidence to guide junior team memberStrong organisation and the ability to manage competing prioritiesExperience with Xero, MYOB or similar accounting softwareWhat's in it for you?
We invest in our people the way we invest in our client relationships - for the long term:Your own client portfolio and the autonomy to run itClear career progression opportunitiesDirect access to experienced Managers and PartnersThe opportunity to broaden your experience across accounting, tax, assurance and financial planningAn early finish every Friday, and a team that's realistic about workloadFlexible work arrangements, including hybrid working optionsCorporate health and wellbeing initiativesAbout Carey GroupWe're a contemporary accounting and advisory practice with 75 years behind us.
We use contemporary systems and take an advisory-led approach, built on the trusted relationships we've held with businesses, families and communities since ****.
Today we're one of the region's largest independently owned accounting and financial services firms, with more than 90 team members across Townsville, Ingham, Cairns, the Tablelands and Brisbane.
We back our people and stay involved in the communities we work in.Carey Group is an equal opportunity employer.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
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📌 Senior Accountant - Cairns (Queensland)
🏢 Carey Group
📍 Queensland