Van Der Ross & Associates is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join their team!

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced tax professional to take on a hands-on, client-facing role within a well-established public practice. Working across a varied portfolio of individuals, small businesses, and SMSF clients, this role offers genuine variety, direct access to the business owner, and the chance to build a long-term career within a supportive and friendly team environment.

What you'll be doing?

- Managing a client portfolio: Taking ownership of end-to-end tax and compliance work for a diverse range of clients, keeping things running smoothly from start to finish.
- Preparing tax returns: Preparing individual, partnership, trust and company tax returns with accuracy and confidence.
- Handling BAS/IAS: Preparing and reviewing BAS and IAS submissions to keep clients compliant and on track.
- Preparing financial statements: Putting together clear and accurate financial statements for clients across different entity types.
- Supporting SMSF compliance: Managing SMSF financials and annual returns, bringing specialist knowledge to this area of the role.
- Communicating with clients: Building strong relationships through phone, email and in-person support, acting as a trusted point of contact.
- Liaising with the ATO: Representing clients and the practice in dealings with the Australian Taxation Office.
- Contributing to tax planning: Assisting with tax planning and advisory work, adding value beyond day-to-day compliance where needed.

Who are they looking for?

- Public practice experience:



3+ years of experience within an Australian public practice or tax agent environment is ideally required.
- Strong tax knowledge: A solid understanding of Australian tax and compliance requirements across a range of entities.
- Confidence across entity types: Comfort preparing returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts and companies.
- SMSF compliance experience: Prior exposure to SMSF compliance work, including financials and annual returns.
- Attention to detail: Strong accuracy and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Client-first communication: Professional communication skills and a genuine focus on client service.
- Software proficiency: Familiarity with platforms such as HandiSoft, MYOB, Xero, QuickBooks Online and Reckon would be an advantage.
- CA/CPA qualification: Holding a CA or CPA qualification, or actively working towards one, will be highly regarded.

Why you should consider this prospect?
Our client offers an attractive remuneration package and other benefits, such as:

- A stable, long-term role within a friendly and close-knit small practice.
- A supportive environment with direct access to the business owner for guidance and mentorship.
- Genuine variety across individual, small business and SMSF work to keep the role engaging.
- A convenient Bayswater location with easy access and local amenities.
- A competitive salary based on experience.

How to apply
Ready to join this role? Click Apply now to submit your resume and share your availability and expected salary with us!

Everyone is encouraged to apply, and we look forward to hearing from candidates of all backgrounds.

All information received will be kept strictly confidential and will be used only for employment-related purposes.

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