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About the Role

The Accountant role involves providing professional accounting services to a diverse range of clients in public practice, offering exposure to numerous clients across various industries.

Responsibilities

Prepare financial statements in accordance with regulatory, accounting, and financial reporting standards.
Prepare clear and concise work papers.
Supervise junior staff on certain jobs.
Review completed tax and FBT returns for compliance and identify noncompliance issues.
Perform tax planning for clients.
Prepare tax returns for all entities.
Prepare Business Activity Statements.
Handle quarterly and annual tax compliance matters.
Prepare advice for clients regarding business operations and regulatory matters.
Perform general business administration.

Requirements

Team player committed to supporting team members and joining the vibrant culture.
CA or CPA Qualification or partly completed.
2-3 years of Business Services/Tax experience.
Client-focused with a strong commitment to quality service and client relationships.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to establish professional relations with internal and external clients.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability.
Ability to multitask and effectively manage individual and team workflow.
Self-motivated with a focus on personal and professional development.
Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to work.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook.
Experience with Xero is desired.

Skills

Accounting
Financial Statement Preparation
Tax Preparation
Tax Planning
Client Relationship Management
Communication
Analytical Skills
Problem Solving
Multitasking
Time Management
Microsoft Office Suite
Xero

Location

Remote

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

2-3 years

Education Level

CA or CPA Qualification or partly completed

Benefits

Health and wellbeing programs
Social activities
Financial benefits
Professional development support
Fitness challenges
Discounts on corporate health insurance
Gym membership discounts
Wellness facility access
Travel perks
Retail discounts
Employee referral rewards
Study support
Enhanced family support leave
Cultural leave
Religious leave
Options to purchase additional leave
Community initiative involvement

About the Company

BDO is a global professional services firm connected to local markets.
We inspire others, to go further.
We create together, to reach higher.
We build trust, to lead purposefully.
We are a growing and market-leading professional services firm.
Our national and global footprint provides opportunities to work on interesting client engagements across diverse industry sectors and services.
Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors.
We have a strong focus on learning and growth, providing on-the-job training and formal development programs.
Our culture is underpinned by our core values: One, Bold, Human, Heart, and Strive.

Equal Opportunity

Recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2025-2026 by Diversity Council of Australia.
Recognised as a 2024-2025 Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).
Committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices.
Encourages candidates requiring reasonable adjustments to contact the Talent Acquisition team.