The SMSF Senior Accountant will be responsible for a range of tasks to help their self-managed superannuation team deliver timely service to internal and external stakeholders. The core focus is to preparation of income tax returns, financial statements and Activity Statements (BAS/IAS) for superannuation funds (SMSF).
About the Role
- SMSF Compliance & Accounting
- Prepare SMSF financial statements, income tax returns, and electronic workpapers using BGL360
- Prepare Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS)
- Prepare and lodge Transfer Balance Account Reports (TBARs) in accordance with ATO requirements
- Monitor and manage SMSF lodgement deadlines
- Liaise with auditors and Australian team members to resolve audit issues efficiently
- Ensure audit documentation is complete, technically sound, and review-ready
- Client & Workflow Management
- Liaise with Australian team members regarding technical queries, review notes, and workflow matters
- Prepare draft and final client correspondence for SMSF clients
- Monitor job costs against budgeted and prior-year fees
- Complete system setup tasks for new SMSF clients
- Technical Support & Advisory
- Provide SMSF taxation and compliance support in accordance with Australian legislation
- Identify technical issues and escalate complex matters where required
- Leadership & Collaboration
- Mentor, review, and support junior and intermediate accountants
- Act as a key offshore contact for Australian team members
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
What we are looking for
The role will suit an experienced accountant who is looking for the next step in their Australian accounting professional career. Additionally, the successful candidate will have:
- 3+ years' experience in business services and Australian Tax Accounting.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Management Accounting, 4 year course that allows enrolment for CPALE or CMA exam (not a pre-requisite to have sat or passed exams)
- Strong experience in BGL360.
- Working knowledge of Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills for communicating with our Australian professional staff and clients
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective task and time management skills, awareness of job budgets and productivity targets
- Strong commitment to quality service and client relationships
- Self-starter with accountability for both personal and professional development
What we offer
Our colleagues are committed, client-focused and enjoy a positive work-life harmony. Bentleys offers a supportive and positive team culture, the opportunity for growth through training and career advancement, and competitive salary packages. In addition, you can expect:
- 20-day leave credits consumed at your discretion with up to 12 days convertible to cash
- Bonus leave – 5 days each FY (based on eligibility)
- HMO on hire for yourself and dependent
- Onsite training perks of free staff accommodation and travel reimbursement
- Personal development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangement
- Prime CBD location in an eco-friendly building
You may visit our website at https://www.bentleys.com.au/
Skills Required
- 3+ years' experience in business services and Australian Tax Accounting
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Management Accounting
- Strong experience in BGL360
- Working knowledge of Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
What We Do
Bentleys Queensland is a full service advisory and accounting firm, established in 1948. With offices in Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, and Emerald, we have 25 Partners and Directors, and almost 200 experienced and diverse team members. Bentleys Queensland is part of the Bentleys Network. Ranked at number 12 in Australian Financial Review's Top 100 Accounting Firms, Bentleys is an international network of advisory and accounting firms, with more than 700 talented staff delivering solutions from 17 locations across Australia, New Zealand and China. We work with aspirational businesses and entrepreneurial people to help them get where they want to be. As essential advisors, we provide future thinking, strategic direction and practical support to help strengthen businesses and to build personal wealth. Bentleys Queensland has a history of more than 70 years providing professional and dependable support across: - business & strategic advisory - accounting - taxation - audit - risk & assurance - corporate recovery & insolvency - technology & innovation - self-managed superannuation - HR - finance & lending, and - wealth management. Our advisors work with SMEs, family businesses, listed entities, professionals, individuals and government. We are industry-aligned with expanding specialist knowledge, skills and experience within our core industries which include agribusiness, health and ageing, family business and SMEs, government and education. Talk to us today, and we can help you get where you want to be.
