Accountant With Bookkeeping Experience - (017-975)

• →Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities for multiple client accounts
• →Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations
• →Maintain accurate financial records using Xero and other cloud-based accounting systems
• →Assist with BAS preparation and compliance-related accounting tasks
• →Prepare monthly management reports, financial statements, and supporting schedules
• →Review financial data for accuracy and identify discrepancies or unusual transactions
• →Support cash flow reporting and financial performance analysis
• →Assist with tax planning, support work, and year-end accounting requirements
• →Prepare workpapers and documentation for senior accountants and external stakeholders
• →Liaise with internal accounting staff to ensure client deadlines are met
• →Maintain organised and audit-ready financial records
• →Provide proactive recommendations to improve financial processes and reporting quality
• →Provide high-quality, commercially focused accounting services and support to a diverse client portfolio
• →Assist in researching and interpreting Australian taxation legislation and accounting regulations as required
• →Support senior accountants and advisors with tax planning, compliance, and advisory engagements
• →Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients through effective communication and proactive support
• →Utilise a range of accounting software and technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy across client engagements

• Minimum 3+ years of accounting and bookkeeping experience
• Excellent technical accounting and taxation knowledge, with a strong understanding of relevant Australian legislation and regulations
• Experience and understanding of Division 7A Loans, Unpaid Present Entitlements (UPEs), Capital Gains Tax (CGT) concessions, Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT), and Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs)
• Proven experience providing high-quality, commercially focused accounting services to clients
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build lasting client relationships
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Proficiency in the use of accounting software and financial technologies
• Advanced-level experience with Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks accounting software platforms
• Experience supporting Australian clients, accounting firms, or bookkeeping practices
• Solid understanding of Australian bookkeeping principles, accounting processes, and taxation requirements within an Australian small business environment
• Experience with BAS preparation and compliance-related tasks
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, and general ledger management
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple client files and competing priorities
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality

• Experience using MYOB and QuickBooks in an Australian accounting environment
• Experience working within an Australian accounting practice
• Understanding of Australian tax concepts and business structures
• Experience in preparing management reports and business performance insights
• Exposure to cash flow forecasting and financial analysis
• Experience supporting tax planning activities
• Knowledge of dividend planning and business advisory concepts
• Experience mentoring junior accounting staff

This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement.

To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to:

• Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work
• Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”)