Executive/Senior Tax Accountant - Australian Taxation

We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant with strong hands-on exposure to Australian taxation and compliance . The role requires end-to-end responsibility for tax preparation, review, compliance accuracy, and client deliverables, while working closely with Australian firms.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Australian tax returns for:
  
  
• Individuals
  
  
• Companies
  
  
• Trusts
  
  
• SMSFs
  
  
• Handle BAS, IAS, and PAYG compliance
  
  
• Interpret and apply Australian tax legislation accurately
  
  
• Review work prepared by junior accountants and ensure quality control
  
  
• Liaise with Australian clients for clarifications and queries
  
  
• Manage deadlines in line with ATO lodgement calendars
  
  
• Ensure documentation, working papers, and audit trails are maintained
  
  
• Support continuous process improvement and SOP adherence
  
  

Technical & Professional Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of Australian taxation laws and ATO compliance
  
  
• Experience with accounting and tax software, such as:
  
  
• Xero
  
  
• MYOB
  
  
• QuickBooks
  
  
• Handi / BGL / APS (preferred)
  
  
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability
  
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (English)
  
  
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  
  

Preferred Profile

• Prior experience working with Australian CPA firms
  
  
• Experience reviewing and mentoring junior team members
  
  
• Comfortable working in structured offshore delivery environments
  
  

What This Role Is Not

• Not a trainee or entry-level role
  
  
• Not limited to data entry or basic tax prep
  
  
• Requires accountability and ownership