SENIOR BUSINESS SERVICES ACCOUNTANT

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (BUSINESS SERVICES/TAX)

Shepard Webster & O’Neill (SWON) established since 1948 & located on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our extremely successful team.  We believe our team is our number one asset & that our people deserve not only the very best culture, but to be motivated & supported in their work environment so they are empowered to perform at their best.   

BENEFITS FOR YOU:

• Attractive Remuneration package with performance & remuneration reviews

• Generous & achievable Bonus program

• Financial incentives for new client & colleague referrals

• State of the art facilities & amenities

• Flexible work hours/WFH options with on-site carparking or take the train…we’re only 2 mins away

• We are a Xero practice with latest technology IT stack & paperless office

• Reimbursement of CA/CPA annual membership dues

• Direct Partner Mentoring with open door policy

• Structured training events with a variety of delivery modes to keep it interesting

• Career progression with potential Partnership pathway

• Supportive & collaborative organisation with an inclusive team culture

• Fresh fruit provided to keep you fueled (sometimes hot cinnamon donuts!)

• SWON celebrations for Milestones, EOFY & Christmas

• Regular Social Club gatherings & Footy tipping/Melbourne Cup Sweep for fun

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Preparation of financial statements (year-end & interim) & tax returns  

• Preparation of monthly & quarterly BAS/IAS 

• Liaison with clients re: missing information & queries etc

• Reconciliation of Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, Reckon & other software

• Report to Partners for review, queries & progress on clients

• Research tax-related issues & provide advice to clients

• Any other ad-hoc jobs as required

 REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE:

• 5+ years’ solid accounting experience in Australian Public Practice

• CA/CPA qualified

• Exposure to a broad range of tax, accounting & business matters preferably with previous experience in mid-sized firms

• Excellent attention to detail

• Strong communication & interpersonal skills

• Flexible & adaptable approach

• A desire to learn & work collaboratively as an enthusiastic team player

• Strong technical & organisational skills

REMUNERATION:

• Salary package negotiable 

We look forward to hearing from you - please email your CV & cover letter to *******@shepard.com.au. 

Applicants must submit to a Police check & be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident and reside in Melbourne