Senior Tax Accountant
Chandler Macleod ·www.chandlermacleod.com
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Senior Tax Accountant | SMSF & Business Clients | Public Practice
Outer East Melbourne location
A well-established boutique accounting practice in Melbourne's outer-east is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join its growing team.
This opportunity would suit a capable and self-motivated professional with 5–10+ years of public practice experience who enjoys managing client relationships, working autonomously, and providing high-quality taxation, compliance and SMSF services.
The successful candidate will inherit a stable portfolio of loyal clients and work within a supportive, professional environment that values initiative, technical expertise and client service.
The Opportunity Working directly with senior leadership, your responsibilities will include:
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
Outer East Melbourne location
A well-established boutique accounting practice in Melbourne's outer-east is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join its growing team.
This opportunity would suit a capable and self-motivated professional with 5–10+ years of public practice experience who enjoys managing client relationships, working autonomously, and providing high-quality taxation, compliance and SMSF services.
The successful candidate will inherit a stable portfolio of loyal clients and work within a supportive, professional environment that values initiative, technical expertise and client service.
The Opportunity Working directly with senior leadership, your responsibilities will include:
- Preparation of Financial Statements and Income Tax Returns for Individuals, Companies, Trusts and Partnerships.
- Preparation and administration of Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs).
- Tax planning and compliance work across a diverse client base.
- Preparation and lodgement of BAS and IAS.
- Review and reconciliation of client accounting records.
- ASIC compliance and annual company administration.
- Client liaison and management of day-to-day accounting and taxation queries.
- Preparation of year-end workpapers and supporting documentation.
- Working with HandiTax and associated public practice systems.
- 5–10+ years' experience within an Australian Public Practice accounting firm.
- Strong technical taxation knowledge across business entities and individuals.
- Experience preparing and managing superannuation accounts and compliance obligations.
- Previous experience using HandiTax/Handisoft (highly desirable).
- Strong understanding of Australian tax legislation and compliance requirements.
- Ability to work independently and manage your own workflow.
- Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
- High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- CPA or CA qualification (completed or nearing completion) will be highly regarded
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
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Who is hiring for the Senior Tax Accountant role?
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Where is the Senior Tax Accountant job located?
The Senior Tax Accountant role with Chandler Macleod is based in Lilydale, VIC, AU.
What does the Senior Tax Accountant role pay?
Chandler Macleod lists the Senior Tax Accountant role at up to AUD 112,000 per year.
Is the Senior Tax Accountant role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Chandler Macleod.
What experience level is the Senior Tax Accountant role?
The Senior Tax Accountant position is aimed at senior-level candidates.
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