AU Tax Accountant

Role Brief We are seeking a bright, grounded, and motivated Tax Accountant with 2–4 years of experience in Australian public practice or business services. The successful candidate will support tax compliance and accounting functions across a portfolio of clients while working closely with senior team members. The ideal candidate is confident in communication, comfortable working within time-management expectations, open to feedback and learning, and able to demonstrate progression beyond graduate-level responsibilities. Key Role Deliverables Prepare and lodge individual, company, trust, and partnership tax returns Prepare Business Activity Statements (BAS) and IAS Assist with preparation of financial statements and working papers Liaise directly with clients to gather information and resolve queries Ensure compliance with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) requirements Support senior accountants with tax planning and advisory engagements Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records Work within agreed timeframes and productivity expectations to support team workflow and capacity management Collaborate openly with the team and proactively communicate blockers or training needs Education Requirement Relevant qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Minimum Years of Experience Minimum of 2 years' experience in Australian Business Services or Australian public practice Candidates should demonstrate progression beyond graduate-level responsibilities Experience handling business groups, individual tax returns, BAS, and general business services work is highly preferred Technical System Experience Experience using Xero is required Working knowledge of MYOB and QuickBooks is highly regarded Candidates should have practical hands-on experience rather than basic exposure only Behavioural Competencies Must-Have Skills / Experience Strong understanding of Australian tax legislation and compliance requirements Experience preparing tax returns, BAS, IAS, and financial working papers Excellent verbal and written communication skills Confident, personable, and easy to work with Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Comfortable working within time-based expectations and task deadlines Willingness to learn, take feedback, and continuously improve Honest, proactive, and collaborative approach to communication Ability to remain composed under pressure and manage workload effectively Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will be: Bright, grounded, and professional Comfortable speaking with clients and team members Open to learning and ongoing development Accountable and reliable with deadlines and workflow expectations Able to adapt within a collaborative team environment Looking for long-term growth within an Australian accounting environment