As an accountant within our team, we are looking for the following capabilities:
We’re looking for an experienced senior/intermediate accountant to join our team!
The role
Providing taxation, accounting & business compliance services for a variety of clients of varying size, industry, and entity type. This role includes, but is not limited to, preparation of Income Tax Returns, Fringe Benefit Tax Returns, Interpretation of Taxation Law and Accounting Standards, Special Purpose Financial Statements, Business Performance Analysis, Activity Statements, and liaising with clients and external stakeholders.
About you
As a senior/intermediate accountant you will have an excellent level of technical competence and a strong work ethic; understanding that work needs to be completed accurately, efficiently, and on time. You will work well in a team, be a great communicator, and pride yourself on your organisational skills and attention to detail.
You will also have the following:
- Minimum 2 years accounting experience in business services;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to build great rapport with staff and clients alike;
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and ability to adhere to externally driven deadlines (by the ATO), and internally driven deadlines (by stakeholders);
- Highly motivated individual with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, problem solve, and take initiative;
- Ability to prioritise your work given time and budget deadlines;
- Ability to demonstrate ownership of your duties and client tasks, exhibiting a high level of attention to detail and accuracy and, crucially, an ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks;
- Passion for growth and learning, ability and/or open-mindedness to grow their technical and soft skills as well as mentor younger/more junior staff
- Technical skills:
- Strong knowledge of Australian Income tax laws and legislations
- Experience with the preparation of financial statements and income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, and partnerships, Div7A issues, FBT, GST, and CGT
- Experience with Xero or an understanding of the software, including the ability to prepare financial statements, as well as assist our clients using Xero.
- Experience with SMSFs is favourable but not essential – ability to prepare financial statements and tax returns for Self-Managed Superannuation Funds
- Proficient in Microsoft office suite
- Qualification in Accounting
- CA Qualified, or near completion your CA program
About our firm
At TJL, we seek to hire and develop the very best talent to share our success and achieve our vision together. Our vision is to be the leading accounting and financial planning business in the communities where we operate and live. We know success means different things to different people, so you might be driven to climb the career ladder, specialise in a particular area of accounting, expand your skill set or more. We exist to serve our clients while helping our staff develop and shape their careers.
Benefits
- Full time hours 8:30am – 5:00pm Monday to Friday.
- Training and support to develop and shape your own career path.
- Friendly and enthusiastic team – you’ll be well supported throughout your training and beyond, as we understand the importance of a cohesive team based environment.
- Regular team-building events – we believe having a fun workplace is an essential ingredient in enjoying your role.
- Ongoing and open communication within and across the firm – we have a flat office structure and an open door policy to ensure you can seek help/advice from the right person at the right time.
- A commitment to diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Support to meet your ongoing CPD requirements.
- CA/CPA membership fees paid on your behalf.
We truly believe this is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate.
How to apply
Apply directly to TJL Business Advisor & Accountants. Include in your application your resume and a supporting cover letter providing a bit of insight about yourself such as:
- What you’re looking for in an employer
- Why you chose a career in accounting
- Why you would like a job with our firm and why you think you will fit in with our team and culture
Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted, remuneration will be dependent on your skill level and experience. Please submit your resume and cover letter to info@tjlbiz.com.au
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $80,000 per year
Benefits:
- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Forster, NSW (Mid-North Coast Region): Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- Bachelor Degree (Preferred)
Experience:
- Tax accounting: 3+ years (Preferred)
Work Location:
- In person