Tax Accountant - Business Advisory

Perigon ·perigongroup.com.au

Location Sydney, NSW, Australia
Salary AUD 110,000 - 150,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Our client

They are a registered tax agent practice providing a comprehensive range of taxation, accounting, and advisory services to a diverse client base including individuals, sole traders, partnerships, trusts, companies, and self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs). 

We are seeking an experienced and client-focused (Senior) Tax Accountant to join our growing team. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of individual and business clients while providing high-quality tax compliance, advisory, and business support services.
You will play a key role in managing client relationships, preparing complex tax returns, providing strategic tax advice, and ensuring compliance with Australian taxation requirements.

CPA/CA/CTA/IPA sponsorship on offer


The role 
  • Prepare and lodge income tax returns for individuals, sole traders, partnerships, trusts, companies, and SMSFs.
  • Prepare and lodge BAS, IAS, PAYG instalments, and related ATO reporting obligations.
  • Manage ATO lodgement deadlines and compliance requirements.
  • Prepare and review financial statements and tax workpapers.
  • Provide tax planning and advisory services, including CGT, trust distributions, entity structuring, and Division 7A matters.
  • Manage ATO correspondence, amendments, objections, audits, and payment arrangements.
  • Support clients with bookkeeping and cloud accounting software including Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and advice.
  • Assist with onboarding new clients and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the practice.
About you

  • Degree-qualified in Accounting, Commerce, or Business (with a major in Accounting or Taxation).
  • Working towards or holding professional membership with CA ANZ, CPA Australia, or IPA.
  • 2–4 years’ experience in tax compliance within a public practice or registered tax agent environment.
  • Proven experience preparing income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships, and SMSFs.
  • Sound knowledge of Australian taxation legislation, including income tax, GST, FBT, and superannuation.
  • Strong analytical and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple client engagements.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax matters clearly to clients

Please apply to be considered. You must have full working rights and not require sponsorship.

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Who is hiring for the Tax Accountant - Business Advisory role?
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Where is the Tax Accountant - Business Advisory job located?
The Tax Accountant - Business Advisory role with Perigon is based in Sydney, NSW, AU.
What does the Tax Accountant - Business Advisory role pay?
Perigon lists the Tax Accountant - Business Advisory role at AUD 110,000–150,000 per year.
Is the Tax Accountant - Business Advisory role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Perigon.
What experience level is the Tax Accountant - Business Advisory role?
The Tax Accountant - Business Advisory position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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