Senior Tax Accountant

4 - 10 Years Job Description Accounting Complete understanding of General Accounting principles. Preparation of management accounts and special purpose financial statements for clients as required to meet their taxation and/or reporting requirements, managing larger groups. Preparation of complete workpapers in a logical manner with referencing. Documentation of issues using file notes and matters to be carried forward. No review points on basic jobs, minimal review points on more complex jobs. Single touch payroll. Taxation Preparation of income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships and superannuation fund (if applicable). This includes PAYG instalment calculation and preparation of any required taxation return schedules. Thorough working knowledge of the tax system including understanding of: Assessable income, Allowable deductions Hire purchases/leases, Capital Gains Tax, Fringe Benefits Tax, Division 7A loan issues and risks involved, Income Tax rates, Small business CGT concessions, GST, Capital allowances and capital works, Dividend imputation system and the franking account, Superannuation contributions and contribution caps and Trading stock Provide the best position for the client for tax purposes, including risks involved. Understand basic superannuation concepts to specific client situations including ability to identify and recommend strategies for clients for tax planning. Business and Instalment Activity Statements Preparation and lodgement of activity statements for businesses and investors as required meeting their GST, PAYG Withholding, PAYG Instalment obligations. Liaison on behalf of clients with the Australian Taxation Office in relation to their activity statement requirements and payment obligations. Complete understanding of GST and application of theory to client situations and transactions. Other Taxation Issues Good understanding of FBT, including the ability to: Provide advice on FBT consequences relating to specific client Situations and Review completed FBT returns Thorough understanding of indirect taxes such as Payroll Tax, Stamp Duty and Land Tax. Business Advisory Provision of advice to clients as it relates to the preparation of their accounts, income tax returns and activity statements. Communication of current issues or legislative changes to applicable changes where appropriate. Discussions with clients regarding their business performance and other advisory style assignments. Calculation of financial ratios and understanding of their application to business performance. Demonstrates ability to prepare and review cash flows and budgets. Information Technology Proficient user of software systems and database including Sharepoint/Xero Proficient use of FBT Preparer Software Intermediate use of Fathom (or similar Management Reporting tool) Advanced use of Microsoft Word for document and correspondence production. Advanced use of Microsoft Excel including the use of basic formulas, charts and tables Advanced use of Microsoft PowerPoint for client presentations Ability to use copier and scanner functions Other Good understanding of large/complex group structures and how entities within interrelate. General administrative tasks relating to the accounting, taxation and advisory needs of the firm's clients. Demonstrate ability to: Research various tax topics, Prepare and draft memos with reference to relevant legislation with a clear, methodical and easy to understand approach and Draw conclusions which provide best options for clients Detailed knowledge of key attributes of entities and the process to establish new entities including companies, trust, partnership and individuals Demonstrate and apply knowledge on accounting for the various entities mentioned above. Consider and recommend appropriate structures for client circumstances. Detailed understanding of the corporate secretarial and governance requirements of the entities mentioned above. Liaising with various external parties, including but not limited to insurers, WorkCover and financiers, in relation to a client's financial affairs at their request. Presentation of oneself in a professional manner Accurate recording of timesheets Preparation of straightforward correspondence (both email and letter) using NGA Private standard documents Administration and Finance Tasks Analyse client WIP reports and prepare draft invoices for Manager approval Daily timesheet requirements Updating of tracking sheets and job status Liaising with internal stakeholders Other ad-hoc administrative tasks Contributing to team based reporting as required by Team Leader from time to time Job Snapshot Updated Date 15-Sep-2026 Department Accounting #J-18808-Ljbffr