Intermediate Accountant

_{03rd August, 2026}

Intermediate Accountant | Business Services
Salary: $80,000 to $100,000 + superannuation
Location: Earlwood, Sydney
Work style: Hybrid | 3 days in the office and 2 days from home
 
Why This Role
This is an opportunity for an Intermediate Accountant to join a longstanding Sydney-based accounting and business advisory firm with a clear focus on the future of the profession.
 
The role will suit someone who wants to become a trusted adviser over time, rather than remain confined to purely processing work.
 
You will gain real client exposure, work directly with senior accountants and managers, and develop across both compliance and advisory support. The firm actively uses technology, automation and AI to improve quality, reduce rework and create more capacity for meaningful client conversations.
 
This is a strong fit for an accountant who enjoys learning, values relationships and wants to build stronger judgement rather than simply prepare files.
 
About Our Client
Our client is a Sydney-based accounting and business advisory firm with a long history and a modern approach to client service.
 
The firm supports business owners, growing SMEs, high-performing salaried clients and private clients across accounting, taxation, business advisory, technology solutions and SMSF-related matters.
 
Their approach is relationship-led and care-focused, with an emphasis on trust, client education and practical advice. They are investing in cloud workflows, automation and AI while continuing to prioritise the human side of accounting.
 
This is the type of firm that will appeal to someone who wants structure, mentoring, flexibility and high standards without micromanagement.
 
The Role
As an Intermediate Accountant, you will work across compliance, business services and advisory support for a varied client base.
 
Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing financial statements, tax returns and BAS work
• Preparing detailed workpapers, reconciliations and journals
• Supporting work for individuals, companies, trusts and business clients
• Working directly with clients rather than being hidden behind internal processing
• Supporting client relationships through clear communication and accurate delivery
• Assisting senior accountants and managers with advisory-related work
• Contributing to tax planning, business advisory and broader client support where required
• Using cloud-based systems, automation and AI-enabled tools to improve workflow and quality
• Building technical confidence while developing stronger commercial judgement

This role is designed for someone who wants to keep progressing toward Senior Accountant level and build a broader advisory skill set over time.
 
What You'll Bring

• 2 to 5 years of Australian public practice experience in business services
• Degree qualified in Business, Commerce, Accounting or a related discipline
• CA or CPA underway
• Permanent working rights in Australia
• Strong technical foundations across workpapers, reconciliations, journals and BAS
• Experience preparing financial statements and tax returns
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and pride in accuracy
• Curiosity and willingness to understand the bigger picture
• Confidence using cloud-based systems and improving workflows
• Interest in technology, automation and AI
• Team-first attitude and a professional approach to client relationships

This role is not suited to candidates without Australian public practice experience.
 
What's On Offer

• $80,000 to $100,000 + superannuation
• Hybrid structure with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home
• Real client exposure at an intermediate level
• Structured training across technical and soft skills
• Mentorship focused on judgement and advisory thinking
• Exposure to technology, automation and AI in a practical way
• Opportunity to work with growing SMEs and high-performing salaried clients
• Birthday leave, regular social events and bonus potential
• Flexibility, autonomy and no micromanagement within a high-standards environment
• Clear pathway to keep developing toward Senior Accountant level

Next Steps
If you are an Intermediate Accountant seeking greater client exposure, modern systems, and a clear pathway to the Senior Accountant level, please apply now.
 
For a confidential discussion, contact Shaun at Minchin Recruitment:
hello@minchinrecruitment.com.au
(07) 3733 3544
 
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