The role
This is a senior, tax-focused role.
You'll be responsible for tax compliance and planning across a portfolio of individuals, small businesses and groups, with some smaller-end business accounting work.
You'll also have the opportunity to work alongside our CFOs, contributing tax insight to their client engagements and gaining exposure to strategic, higher-level advisory work.
The role starts aspart time (3 days per week), with2 days in our Geelong officeand the rest remote.
There's scope for hours and responsibilities to grow with the firm.
What you'll be doing
Tax
Preparing and reviewing income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts and partnerships
Managing BAS, IAS, FBT and other ATO lodgements
Delivering proactive tax planning and year-end strategy for clients
Advising on tax implications of structures, transactions and business decisions
Handling ATO correspondence, reviews and queries
Business accounting
Preparing financial statements for smaller businesses and entities
Reviewing bookkeeping and reconciliations in cloud software
Keeping clients on track with their compliance obligations
Working with our CFOs
Providing tax input on CFO client engagements, from restructures to growth planning
Assisting with forecasting,



cash flow and tax modelling where tax is a key factor
Collaborating on advisory work for larger, growing businesses
What you'll bring
CA or CPA qualified (or well progressed towards it)
7+ years' experience in Australian public practice with a solid tax focus
Solid technical knowledge across a range of entity types
Confidence with Xero, MYOB or QuickBooks and practice management software
A proactive approach: you spot planning opportunities, not just lodgement deadlines
Clear communication and the ability to explain tax matters simply
Registered Tax Agent status is a bonus, but not essential
Why join us
Flexibility that's real:part time hours and hybrid working
Tax focus:do the work you enjoy, without being stretched across everything
CFO exposure:broaden your skills by working on strategic, commercial engagements
Modern firm:fully cloud-based with smart systems and processes
Incredible team:work with driven, fun individuals who thrive on teamwork
Room to grow:scope to increase your hours and influence as we expand
Competitive remuneration:$120k to $140k pro rata plus super
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📌 Tax Accountant (Geelong)
🏢 Simic Financial
📍 Geelong