Intermediate Accountant | Business AdvisoryAssists the Directors and Managers in providing services to a portfolio of clients on a range of compliance and business advisory matters.
Primarily responsible for completing BAS, FBT tax returns and annual financial statements for the firm's clients under the guidance of a Senior Accountant.Key relationshipsInternal relationshipsDirectorsManagersBusiness Services teamExternal relationshipsATOAccountabilitiesAccountabilities for the position include:Complete general accounting duties related to sole traders, partnerships, trust and companies, including reconciliations, preparation of accounts, draft financial statements, and workpapers.Preparation of income tax returns for business entities and individual tax payersAccounting for GST and preparation of monthly/quarterly activity statementUnderstand and apply new tax rules and regulationsRespond to queries from various stakeholders in a timely and professional mannerKeep up to date with business administration and produces appropriate correspondence and file notesPlan and organise own daily workload taking into account budget and productivity levels requiredAttributesKnowledge, Experience and SkillsEighteen months to two years' relevant accounting experience in a Chartered Accounting practiceDemonstrates an intermediate level of understanding of relevant taxation legislation and accounting standardsKnowledge and understanding of the preparation of financial reports and BASKnowledge and understanding of preparing individual, partnership and trust tax returnsWorking knowledge of accounting software such as Xero, Quickbooks (desirable)Competent in MS Excel and MS WordAbility to identify a problem and proactively seek guidance from their ManagerAbility to communicate clearly and logically under supervision of their Manager.
Can produce clear and succinct correspondence and reportsExceptional analytical skills and attention to detailAbility to receive and act on feedbackAbility to work effectively to deadlinesQualifications / CertificationsDegree qualified in accounting, business or commerceRecently commenced, or the desire and eligibility to commence CA or CPA qualification#J-18808-Ljbffr