: 2026-OCT-14 to 2026-NOV-15 ACCOUNTANT (GENERAL) HPC ACCOUNTING PTY LTD TAMWORTH NSW 2340 FULL-TIME, PERMANENT SALARY $85K to $95K PER ANNUM Position Summary HPC Accounting Pty Ltd provides taxation, accounting, business advisory, financial reporting and compliance services to individuals, businesses, trusts and self-managed superannuation funds. We also conduct annual audits for not-for-profit organisations and provide management accounting services to Aboriginal Health Services. The Accountant (General) will deliver accounting, taxation and advisory services, manage a portfolio of clients and ensure compliance with Australian accounting, taxation and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities: Financial Accounting: Prepare annual financial statements for companies, trusts, partnerships and sole traders. Prepare management reports, cash-flow forecasts and financial projections. Analyse financial performance, reconcile accounts and maintain accurate records.

Taxation: Prepare and lodge income tax returns, BAS, IAS and GST returns. Provide taxation planning and compliance advice. Liaise with the Australian Taxation Office regarding client matters.

Business Advisory: Assist clients with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning. Analyse profitability and recommend improvements to financial management and operational efficiency. Provide advice on business structures and financial decisions.

Compliance: Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards, taxation legislation and relevant corporate requirements. Prepare ASIC and other statutory compliance documentation. Maintain accurate client records and working papers.

Client Management: Manage a portfolio of business and individual clients. Meet with clients to discuss financial performance, taxation and compliance obligations.



Maintain professional relationships and respond promptly to enquiries.

Financial Systems: Use accounting systems including Xero, MYOB, Reckon and other cloud-based platforms. Assist clients with bookkeeping systems and software implementation. Review financial controls and recommend improvements.

Professional Duties: Maintain client confidentiality and high ethical standards. Remain current with accounting, taxation and legislative changes. Undertake professional development and guide junior staff where required.

Essential Selection Criteria: Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher qualification in Accounting or a closely related discipline. Membership of IPA, CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, or willingness to obtain membership.

Experience: At least five years of relevant post-qualification accounting experience.

Experience preparing financial statements, taxation returns and compliance reports. Knowledge of Australian accounting and taxation requirements is highly desirable.

Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving and numerical skills. Excellent written and verbal communication.

Advanced Microsoft

Excel and cloud-accounting software skills. Ability to manage multiple client files, priorities and deadlines.

Knowledge: The successful applicant should understand: Australian Accounting Standards and taxation law. GST, BAS, payroll and financial reporting requirements. Budgeting, business advisory and corporate compliance. Accounting and financial-management systems.

Core Competencies: Qualified judgement and ethical conduct. Financial analysis and attention to detail. Client relationship management and communication. Teamwork, organisation and commercial awareness.

Physical Requirements: This office-based role involves extended periods of computer work, document preparation and client consultation.

SALARY $85K to $95K PER ANNUM

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