Key skills
Communication
About this role
Role Overview
- Prepare and review Individual (ITR), Company, Trust, and Partnership tax returns in accordance with ATO requirements.
- Prepare BAS/IAS, including GST, PAYG‑W, PAYG‑I, instalments, fuel tax credits where applicable.
- Conduct tax reconciliations, including depreciation (prime cost & diminishing value), small business concessions, carried‑forward losses, franking credits, and Div 7A considerations.
- Prepare FBT returns and work‑related calculations when required.
- Assist with tax planning, projections, and scenario modelling for clients.
- Prepare general purpose and special‑purpose financial statements.
- Complete bank, loan, clearing, and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Support STP finalization, payroll reporting, and superannuation compliance.
- Assist in identifying compliance risks and recommending process improvements.
- Communicate professionally with Australian clients via email or scheduled calls to obtain information, clarify queries, and provide updates.
- Collaborate with senior accountants and the Australian onshore team to meet deadlines and maintain firmwide service quality.
- Maintain strict confidentiality, accuracy, and compliance with ATO and firm policies.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of proven experience preparing Australian tax returns for individuals and/or entities.
- Strong knowledge of:
- Australian income tax rules
- GST concepts & BAS lodgments
- Small business entity concessions
- Depreciation rules & temporary full expensing (where applicable)
- Div 7A (preferred)
- Payroll, STP, and superannuation basics
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar.
- Experience using Australian software such as Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, HandiTax, Reckon, or similar.
- Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations).
- Excellent English communication skills—written and verbal.
Preferred Skills
- Experience working with Australian public practice firms.
- Ability to produce accurate, clean workpapers and checklists.
- High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines under minimal supervision.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to interpret ATO guidance.
- Experience handling multi‑entity groups and basic restructuring concepts (bonus).