Full-Time Accountant – Osborne Park WA

Full-Time Accountant – Osborne Park WA

About the Business

Optima Partners is an established and progressive accounting, taxation and business advisory firm with offices in Osborne Park, Midland and Fremantle. For more than two decades, we have supported Western Australian businesses and individuals with practical, tailored financial solutions.

We combine technical expertise with a proactive and personalised approach to client service. Our team enjoys a professional, collaborative and positive workplace that values integrity, continuous development and high-quality outcomes.

About the Role:

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Accountant to join our professional team in Osborne Park. The successful applicant will have strong technical accounting and taxation knowledge, excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied portfolio of client work. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to an established and progressive practice while continuing to develop your professional expertise.

Salary: AUD $80,000 - $85,000 plus superannuation

Employment Type: Full-time

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Preparation of financial statements and reports to support corporate compliance and facilitate informed business decision-making.
• Prepare Annual Review Reports as required, including review of client records to ensure compliance and accuracy
• Review of key financial documents such as fixed assets registers, depreciation schedules, equipment hire purchase reports and investment summaries to assist clients with effective cash flow management.
• Compilation of security trading schedules, rental property schedules, amortization schedules, CGT cost base schedules and fringe benefit report (FBT) for taxation and reporting purposes.
• Assist with advisory services such as Residency Status, Capital Gains Tax (CGT), Division 7A, SAPTO eligibility and superannuation contributions.
• Liaise with the Australian Taxation Office on behalf of clients regarding various tax and compliance matters
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local financial legal regulations by staying up to date with legislative changes, promoting proactive practices and mitigating risks of non-compliance.
• Usage of cloud-based accounting systems such as Xero, MYOB & Quickbooks (Intuit QBO) to generate detailed financial and management reports.
• Use Suitefiles, RP Data CoreLogic, CCH iFirm CGT Reporter, Prime Company Compliance, Xero Workpaper Packs, Reckon and various share registry systems.
• Participate in weekly workflow meetings with directors, providing updates on progress, priorities, and the status of assigned jobs.

Qualifications and Work Experience Required:

• A relevant bachelor-level qualification in Accounting or Commerce.
• Three to four years of relevant local professional practice accounting experience.
• Strong competency across the tasks and responsibilities outlined above.

Essential Skills and Requirements

• Completed, commenced or intending to commence CA or CPA accreditation.
• Experience preparing financial statements, tax returns and business activity statements.
• Experience using Xero, MYOB and Intuit QuickBooks.
• Experience using SuiteFiles, RP Data CoreLogic, CCH iFirm CGT Reporter, Prime Company Compliance and Reckon.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• A self-motivated approach to work.
• A desire to contribute to and be part of a positive team culture.

Experience with Xero Practice Manager and Xero Workpapers would be highly regarded.

Application Process

Applicants who meet the above criteria are encouraged to apply and provide a detailed outline of their suitability for the position. Applications will be accepted for four (4) weeks from the date of advertisement. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.