Senior Accountant – Tax & SMSF Specialist

Posted 22 Days Ago
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Sydney, New South Wales
In-Office
80K-100K
Senior level
Real Estate
The Role
The Senior Accountant will manage client relationships, supervise junior accountants, and ensure timely tax compliance for individuals and SMSFs.
Summary Generated by Built In
Benefits:
  • 80,000 - 100,000 AUD + superannuation
  • + KPI bonus
  • Location: Sydney - Hybrid (one day WFH)
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • High-performance, supportive team environment

About Us
We are a growing accounting and advisory firm dedicated to delivering high-quality tax, compliance, and advisory services to individuals, SMEs, and SMSFs. Our team prides itself on technical excellence, strong client relationships, and a collaborative workplace culture.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant with strong knowledge of Australian income tax legislation and superannuation legislation. The successful candidate will be confident in managing client relationships, leading junior team members, and ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely compliance work.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct client meetings, providing clear explanations of tax concepts in plain language
  • Prepare and review income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, and SMSFs
  • Advise clients on tax planning opportunities and compliance with ATO requirements
  • Oversee and mentor a team of junior accountants, providing guidance and technical support
  • Ensure all compliance deadlines are met efficiently and accurately
  • Manage SMSF financial statements and returns, ensuring adherence to superannuation laws and regulations
  • Assist Directors with special projects, tax advisory, and business improvement initiatives
 
Key Skills and Qualities:
  • Degree in Accounting/Finance (CA/CPA qualified or working towards)
  • Strong technical knowledge of Australian income tax legislation and SMSF compliance rules
  • 4+ years’ experience in public practice accounting
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax issues to clients
  • Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
  • Experience supervising or mentoring junior accountants
  • Proficiency in tax and accounting software (e.g., Xero, MYOB, Class, or similar)
  • Willingness to undergo and pass a police check, background check, and social media check as a condition of employment
Note: A consent form will be provided to successful candidate as part of the background check process.
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary package, commensurate with experience
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Ongoing professional development and training
  • Exposure to a wide variety of clients and industries
  • Opportunities for career growth and progression

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Top Skills

Australian Income Tax Legislation
Class
Myob
Superannuation Legislation
Tax And Accounting Software
Xero
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The Company
Sydney, New South Wales
169 Employees
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

Freedom Property Investors approach property investing as a science, utilising a comprehensive research methodology to identify high-growth locations across Australia. Led by Scott Kuru and Lianna Pan, two of Australia’s most successful property investors, we aim to provide our members with cashflow positive properties that will outperform market averages for both capital growth and rental yield. The business is family-owned and led by compassionate individuals who spend every day on a mission to change the lives of all Australians.

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