10th October, ****Tax Accountant | Business ServicesSalary: $70,000 to $85,000 + superannuationLocation: Cairns CBD, Far North QueenslandWork style: Permanent full time | Office-based with adaptable hoursWhy This RoleBroaden your public practice experience with a mix of local businesses, private groups and more complex accounting and tax matters.This position combines hands‐on preparation work with client communication and opportunities to contribute to tax planning.
Experienced team leaders provide technical guidance, review your work, and help address knowledge gaps.Dedicated support staff assist with client files, correspondence and ATO administration, allowing accountants to focus on accounting work.
Established workpapers and processes provide structure as your responsibilities grow.About Our ClientOur client is an independent, family‐run accounting and advisory firm with offices in Cairns and Innisfail and around 25 staff.Services span accounting, taxation, business advisory, superannuation, payroll and bookkeeping.
Three tax teams work alongside specialist superannuation and business advisory teams, with work delivered locally.The client base spans tourism, retail, construction, trades, mining, and agriculture.
Engagements range from smaller businesses to high‐net‐worth family groups and complex multi‐entity structures, including clients requiring general‐purpose financial reporting.A personable culture supports everyday team connection, flexibility around family commitments and long‐term professional development.The RoleWork within a tax team delivering accounting and business services for a diverse client portfolio.Responsibilities include:Preparing financial statements and income tax returns for individuals, partnerships,



companies and trustsPreparing BAS and related compliance workCompleting reconciliations and detailed supporting workpapersCommunicating with clients to obtain information and resolve queriesSupporting tax planning, including trust distributions and company tax mattersResearching technical issues and discussing findings with your team leaderAssisting with more complex financial reporting and client structures as your capability developsWorking across client accounting systems, including MYOB and XeroManaging allocated jobs, deadlines and progress updatesCollaborating with support staff and senior accountants to deliver accurate, timely workWhat You'll BringAt least three years of Australian public practice experience in tax and business servicesExperience preparing financial statements and income tax returnsSound knowledge of Australian accounting and taxation fundamentalsWorking knowledge of MYOB and XeroClear written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail and an organised approach to deadlinesConfidence asking questions, responding to feedback and learning new technical areasA professional, approachable manner with clients and colleaguesCA or CPA studies are encouraged, but completion is not essential to join.What's On Offer$70,000 to $85,000 + superannuationModern Cairns CBD officeFlexible working hours to accommodate family and personal commitmentsDedicated administration support within your tax teamTechnical guidance and mentoring from experienced team leadersPaid CA/CPA fees and study leaveProfessional development through webinars and training targeted to your needsExposure to varied industries, private groups and complex entity structuresDaily team morning teaWellbeing initiatives, including massage optionsCommunity involvement and a family‐focused team cultureOpportunities to take on broader responsibilities as your skills develop
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📌 Tax Accountant (Queensland)
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