Tax Accountant – Australian Accounting & BAS

1 About the Role

2 Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Business Activity Statements (BAS), IAS, PAYG, and GST reports.
• Handle individual, partnership, trust, and company tax returns in line with ATO standards.
• Perform tax reconciliations, adjustments, and lodgements using accounting software.
• Keep up to date with Australian tax regulations and implement relevant changes.
• Maintain accurate general ledger entries, accounts payable/receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Process payroll, superannuation, and STP lodgements.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements for client review.
• Ensure bookkeeping aligns with tax and compliance requirements.
• Ensure ATO compliance, client data accuracy, and record integrity.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and advisory insights for clients.
• Assist in internal audits and quality checks before submission.

3 What We're Looking For

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience with Australian accounting and taxation.
• Solid understanding of GST, BAS, PAYG, Superannuation, and Income Tax.
• Experience preparing financial statements and working papers.
• Advanced user of Xero, QuickBooks, or MYOB.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Meticulous and detail-oriented with a Òzero-errorÓ approach.
• Self-motivated and deadline-driven.
• Excellent understanding of Australian compliance frameworks.
• Passion for accuracy, client satisfaction, and continuous learning.

4 How to Apply