Senior Accountant

Ready for a career move in public practice but waiting for the right opportunity? Your new company An established professional services firm is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its team. With a strong focus on building genuine client relationships, the firm takes a holistic approach to understanding its clients’ financial goals and delivering quality accounting and taxation services. Your new role As a Senior Accountant, you’ll manage accounting and tax work across an allocated client portfolio, taking files through to final review while maintaining a high standard of technical quality. Your responsibilities will include: • Preparing financial statements, tax returns and client files through to final stages • Managing workflow and proactively progressing jobs through the review process • Liaising directly with clients on compliance queries, tax planning and ongoing advice • Participating in client meetings as required • Reviewing completed work and identifying potential value-add opportunities • Identifying efficiencies across workpapers, documentation and compliance processes • Maintaining strong technical knowledge of relevant taxation requirements. What you'll need to succeed • CA or CPA qualified, or working towards completion • Public practice accounting experience • Strong technical knowledge across taxation, compliance and advisory • Experience managing client relationships and deadlines • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills • A proactive and client-focused approach with a desire to contribute to a positive team culture. What you'll get in return This is an opportunity to take ownership of client work while developing your technical and client-facing capability. You’ll have exposure to tax planning, advisory conversations and senior stakeholders, within a firm that places genuine emphasis on understanding its clients and delivering value beyond compliance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or reach out to Ryan Twose (ryan.twose@hays.com.au) for further information. Not a Senior Accountant? We’re always keen to speak with accounting professionals considering their next move in public practice, from Junior Accountant through to Senior Manager. Get in touch for a confidential career discussion. #3003215