Accountant

Progressive Financial Group (PFGS) is a prominent practice providing expert advice on accounting, taxation, superannuation, and financial services. We are seeking a full-time 2 x Accountants to become part of our expanding teams in Lewisham NSW and in Orange NSW. Motivated candidates with accounting experience with a positive, enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to progress are encouraged to apply. The salary offered is $80,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation depending on the skills and experience of the candidate.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and prepare Tax Returns & financials for small to medium sized business clients including sole trader, company, partnership, trust business structures and SMSFs.
• Review, analyse and advise on business client’s financial statements, management accounting, financial performance, budget, and business structures matters.
• Investigate and report any accounting discrepancies and/or suspected accounting fraud to the business clients.
• Respond to business client’s internal accounting policies and procedures enquiries and act accordingly including review, analyse and provide sound advice to business clients about its internal accounting policies and procedures.
• Advise on computer-based accounting system to suit business client’s accounting needs such as Xero, MYOB etc.
• Review and analyse business client’s BAS Statements and report to business clients.
• Assist in the preparation of technical tax compliance audits and other financial compliance and statutory matters.
• Liaise with ATO, ASIC or other external agencies if needed.
• Guide accounting administration staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.
• Maintain management’s confidence by protecting financial data integrity and confidentiality of the business clients.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Majors in Accounting
• At least 12 months experience in a public practice
• Solid technical knowledge of accounting & taxation
• Sound knowledge of Connected Ledger, MYOB, Xero and Handisoft
• Strong planning and organising skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal skills to maintain and coordinate internal/external relationships

Salary - $80,000 to $85,000 plus super

Please apply for this role if you have the skills and experience.