Accountant

Target Business Services

Location: Suite 4, 681 Pittwater Road, Dee Why NSW 2099

Salary: $80,000 per annum plus 12% superannuation

Employment Type: Full-Time, permanent

Our client, Taxation Centre Pty Ltd trading as Accounting & Taxation Centre (Australia), is an established accounting and taxation practice based in Dee Why, NSW. Operating since 2003, the firm provides a comprehensive range of professional services to individuals, sole traders and businesses, including taxation compliance, financial accounting, tax planning, business advisory, superannuation advice, payroll and bookkeeping services.

The firm is committed to delivering reliable and tailored accounting solutions, helping clients manage their taxation obligations, improve financial performance and achieve their business and financial objectives.

Taxation Centre Pty Ltd is seeking a motivated and experienced Accountant to join its professional team at the Dee Why office. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing accounting and taxation assignments, preparing financial reports and tax returns, providing accounting support to clients and ensuring compliance with relevant Australian accounting and taxation requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports for individuals and business clients.
• Prepare and lodge income tax returns for individuals, sole traders, partnerships, companies and trusts.
• Prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS) in accordance with applicable taxation requirements.
• Review financial records, general ledgers, reconciliations and supporting accounting documentation.
• Provide accounting and taxation advice to clients regarding business operations, financial reporting and tax compliance.
• Assist clients with business registrations, including ABN, TFN, GST and PAYG withholding.
• Undertake tax planning and provide recommendations regarding tax-effective business structures, expenditure management and taxation liabilities.
• Liaise with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) on client matters, respond to taxation queries and assist with resolving outstanding issues.
• Analyse financial information, income and expenditure records to identify discrepancies and recommend appropriate corrective measures.
• Ensure accounting records, tax calculations and lodgement documents are accurate and comply with relevant Australian Accounting Standards and taxation legislation.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and provide timely assistance with their accounting and taxation requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Minimum of ONE year of relevant professional accounting experience.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing financial statements and taxation returns.
• Sound understanding of Australian taxation legislation, accounting principles and compliance requirements.
• Experience in preparing BAS, IAS and maintaining financial records.
• Familiarity with accounting software and cloud-based platforms such as Xero, MYOB or QuickBooks.

Key Skills and Attributes

• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting and taxation practices.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client assignments and meet statutory deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a professional team.
• Strong organisational skills, integrity and a client-focused approach.

If you are a motivated accounting professional seeking to develop your career in a well-established accounting and taxation practice, we welcome your application.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications, relevant experience and suitability for the position to [email protected].

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be treated as strictly confidential.