Tax Agent Training and Mentor ManagerPart-time flexible hours - pro-rata salaryAre you a Tax Accountant looking for more out of life than lodging returns?Do you have a passion for educating those around you?Then we could have the role for you!We are seeking an experienced Tax Agent to join our growing Technical Support and Training team as we continue to expand our network of TaxAssist Accountants across Australia. You will train, mentor and work on client work with our qualified accountants as they transition their careers into running their own TaxAssist Accountants franchise.You will also work with the MD in developing processes and building partnerships to ensure technical expertise within the business.About the role:Provide one-on-one hands-on practical training to accountants completing client work.Evaluate and allocate client work to trainee accountants depending on experience.Supervise and review completed financial statements and tax returns for individuals, companies, partnerships, BAS, trusts before lodgement.Attend occasional client meetings to support and train accountants via Zoom or in-person.Deal with technical queries on the support site.Collaborate with the Marketing team to support marketing activity.Provide technical fact-checking across the business for marketing, PR, and support site purposes.Contribute to the technical guidelines and processes for any staff manuals, support site, and any other TaxAssist material.Interpret new ATO, TPB guidelines when required.Participate in onboarding Discovery Sessions with new Accountants joining TaxAssist.Provide practical software support with Xero Tax and XP and BGL Simple Super 360.Liaise with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and other regulatory bodies when required.Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations, conduct research on tax-related issues.To be successful in the role you will have:Bachelor of accounting or business/commerce degree, CA, CPA or IPA holder preferred.5 years+ relevant experience working in an Australian accounting firm or public practice.Good knowledge of Div 7A, PSI, GST, CGT, FBT, trust law, entity structures & tax implications of each and provide guidance and training when required.Proficiency in Xero Tax, XPM, BGL.Ability to manage workflow and maintain a good relationship with all of our Accountants.Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.Sound time management in meeting internal and external deadlines.Positive and proactive attitude towards work with a "can do" attitude.Ability to work autonomously.Attention to detail.Ability to problem-solve.Benefits and CulturePermanent opportunity.Sydney Neutral Bay location.Opportunity for interstate travel.Ongoing professional development opportunities.Friendly and tight-knit team.Flexi hours – work your day anytime between 7am and 7pm.Hybrid work - work from the office and work from home.External technical training equating to 40hrs CPD per year.Bonus and profit-sharing opportunity.#J-18808-Ljbffr