03rd September, 2024SMSF Accountant - Brisbane OfficeForvis Mazars Superannuation team has an opportunity for an Accountant like you.We're a globally integrated audit, tax and advisory firm with offices in more than 90 countries - and we're always ready to recruit an experienced and motivated new Accountant like you to join our Australian team.This could be just the right opportunity for you if you...Want the opportunity to provide real advice to real clients and be recognised and rewarded for what you can do.Are keen to progress to increasing levels of seniority and receive training and promotions you deserve.Enjoy variety and the idea of exploring opportunities across different sectors and global markets.Believe that a great culture is built on the celebration of collective success.About the roleAs an experienced member of our specialist SMSF team, your job will involve:Providing specialist SMSF accounting and administration in accordance with regulatory and legislative requirements.Confident navigation of Class with a view towards continuously improving skill level.Preparation of fund activity statements, financial statements and annual returns to a high standard.The ability to work with minimal guidance on basic compliance jobs.Liaising with clients to answer queries, provide regular updates and proactively request documents and information to ensure that jobs are completed promptly.Research undertaken on various superannuation related matters, subject to the review of a senior.Communicating with the ATO in relation to client matters (e.g.
queries, setting up payment arrangements, obtaining remissions, lodgements).Prompt and collaborative communication with accounting team members to achieve the collective goal of providing high quality results for clients.Efficient coordinating with administration to ensure that collations and client correspondence are completed.Completion of daily timesheets and adherence to budget requirements and preparation of fees with a high attention to detail.Attendance at training and active participation in sessions.About youThe qualities and qualifications we're looking for include:Previous experience within the SMSF industry providing support to SMSF clients.Completing or working towards completion of CA/CPA qualifications.A strong attention to detail.Experience of using Class software would be beneficial.Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess the risks for clients before decision making.Demonstrated experience working within a team environment.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to operate Microsoft Office 365 including Word and Excel.Why join us?For those who appreciate culture as much as commercial success, Forvis Mazars is the smart choice.
It's a place where you'll be challenged to find unexpected solutions.
Where you'll gain experience with small and large clients across many different sectors.
And where you can be confident, your team always supports you.Everyone who joins Forvis Mazars is valued for the individual qualities they bring to the team.
In turn, we invest in making you the best you can be - whether it's through endless learning, or by tapping into opportunities within our worldwide network.
At Forvis Mazars, so much is possible.We believe that Forvis Mazarians should be rewarded for their work, so we offer a range of financial and non-financial benefits to support and reward our people.
At our Brisbane location, you can expect the following:Well-being program.Staff Incentive plan.Volunteering day.Flu vaccinations.Learning and development programs.Social club activities charity and community events.Study assistance (financial support & study leave).Flexible working.Employee referral rewards.Employee assistance program.Parental leave payment.Discounts on banking & insurance, retail & entertainment, health & well-being.International and domestic mobility opportunities.At Forvis Mazars, we nurture an inclusive environment and encompass diversity in all forms.
Successful applicants will receive consideration for employment irrespective of their background, experience, identity, age, gender or ability.All applicants must be either an Australian Citizen, New Zealand Citizen, or Australian Permanent Resident or hold a current valid Australian working visa with full working rights.
You may be required to provide evidence at the time of application.Forvis Mazars does, from time to time, seek assistance from external recruitment agencies with whom we have strong relationships; however, we are only considering direct applications for this role.Please visit our Careers website for more information at forvismazars.com/au/careers#J-18808-Ljbffr
