Senior Tax Accountant Perth | Public Practice

The Role

As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of individuals and businesses, delivering high-quality tax compliance and advisory services.

Your responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals
• Managing tax compliance requirements across a diverse client portfolio
• Providing practical tax planning and business advisory support
• Identifying taxation risks, opportunities and strategies for clients
• Managing and responding to ATO queries and correspondence
• Building strong, long-term client relationships
• Working alongside accountants, financial advisers and finance specialists to provide integrated solutions
• Reviewing work and providing guidance to junior team members
• Contributing to improvements in systems, processes and service delivery
• Keeping up to date with Australian taxation legislation and regulatory changes

• Strong Australian taxation and compliance experience
• Previous experience in public practice accounting
• Experience preparing financial statements and tax returns across multiple entity types
• CA, CPA or equivalent qualification, or be working towards completion
• A relevant Accounting, Finance or Commerce degree
• Strong technical accounting and taxation knowledge
• Experience with Xero, MYOB or similar accounting and tax software
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills and confidence dealing directly with clients
• The ability to manage competing deadlines and work autonomously
• Experience mentoring or reviewing junior accountants would be advantageous

• Hybrid working arrangement
• Senior-level position with genuine client ownership
• Diverse portfolio across individuals and businesses
• Exposure to both compliance and advisory work
• Collaborative and experienced team
• Opportunity to mentor junior accountants and develop leadership capability
• Broad exposure across accounting, taxation and financial services
• Long-term career development within an established Perth practice

• Highly Competitive Salary = $$$'s
• Supportive Team
• Professional Development