Intermediate Consultant

SW Accountants & Advisors (SW) is a leading advisory and accounting firm with an 85-year history in Australia. We operate in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth, with over 300 people and 39 Partners nationally. SW provide a full range of audit, business advisory, corporate finance, tax, private clients, and wealth management solutions.

Taking the lead, SW joined the rapidly growing SW International Network, one of the worlds leading organisations of independently owned and managed advisory and accounting firms. With access to a global network and a team of over 10,000 professionals, 450+ Partners, in 57+ offices, across 14 countries and regions, we work together to open doors.

Own it, Love your work, Share the load, Embrace the ride, Open doors. Our values are at the very heart of our firm and guide the way we interact within our firms teams, with our clients, and the way we interact and engage with you.

**About the role**

We are seeking an Intermediate Consultant to join our Business & Private Client Advisory team, where you will be given the opportunity to work alongside a partner, gaining invaluable skills and experience to further develop your career.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Prepare individual, company, trust and partnership tax returns. This includes:

- Preparation of Business Activity Statements and Instalment Activity Statements;
- Processing and managing of Tax Office correspondence (eg. Assessments, Instalments and PAYG Tax variations).
- Preparation of Fringe Benefit tax returns
- Prepare the complete set of financial accounts for all entities.
- Prepare and analyse standard management reports for clients (ie cash flow reports, budgets, etc).
- Prepare workpapers to a quality standard as set by the Division.
- Provide feedback, guidance and support to junior team members which can involve acting as a buddy.
- Prepare budgets and bills for services rendered.
- Perform accounting for large investment portfolios.
- Other duties as required by the firm such as training, attendance at Careers Fairs, Committee membership, marketing, special projects, etc.

**Key Skills and Experience**:

- A minimum of 18 months - 3 years experience working in a Business Services environment in a Chartered / CPA accounting practice and have some exposure to tax issues.
- Degree qualified and have commenced their CA / CPA studies.
- Technically proficient and demonstrate a keen interest and desire to develop their knowledge and keep updated with the latest taxation law and accounting developments.
- Have the ability to work with junior members of staff by providing them with support and guidance and in some instances, act as a buddy.
- Must be able to identify any issues for discussion with the appropriate Manager.
- Have good time management skills and be able to prioritise work and meet deadlines for a large group of clients.
- Will present professionally and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills which will be consistently used in dealings with clients, partners and staff members.
- Have prior experience working with APS, Xero, MYOB, Quickbooks and be competent in Microsoft Excel and Word.

**Benefits of joining SW**:

- Progressive firm, with excellent career opportunities
- Flexible working environment
- 2 additional AL days per year
- 18 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers and 3 weeks for non-primary
- Paid volunteer leave
- Refer to client and refer a friend bonus scheme
- Employee Assistance Program and Wellness perks
- $1000 towards home office setup
- Social Club
- Tailored Learning and Development Program
- Paid Course/study leave
- 1 paid professional membership per year
- Lunch provided 2 days per week