Accounting Team Leader

**About Traction Financial**

Traction was founded in 2018 following many years working in an international mid-tier accounting practice. We were ready for a new challenge, an opportunity that allowed us to build strong, long-lasting relationships with our clients, to support throughout every aspect of their journey and not just once a year when that pesky tax return needed to be lodged

**What we're offering**

Receive a competitive salary package with a bonus structure tailored to recognise your valuable contributions to our team.

This position is a full-time permanent role based in our Subiaco office, offering flexible arrangements to accommodate your work-life balance.

As part of our commitment to employee well-being, we offer a range of benefits including:

- Study support for completion of CA studies / post-graduate studies.
- Flexible working we value the things that bring us joy: family, sport, etc. We also understand that sometimes things in life need to happen. So, whether its an early or late start/finish, WFH, or a switcharoo of ordinary working days we ensure flexible work arrangements are available to accommodate the personal needs of our team.
- Birthday leave (a paid day off to celebrate your birthday) As well as birthday cake / morning tea on your return to the office, so your Traction family can make a giant fuss of you on your birthday
- Access to a tailored learning and development program to accompany all the on-the-job training.
- Office snacks, although you must act quick as the choccies never last long
- Employee incentive program we live closely by our company values, so when we see team members embracing these values, we share it amongst the team and show our appreciation amongst each other through our online employee incentive program.

We believe in investing in our employees' success and well-being, and we are committed to creating a positive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

**About the Role**

As a Team Leader/Manager, you will be responsible for the management of all compliance tasks and tax advice ensuring all is carried out to a high standard, overseeing quality of output and timeliness of the team.

You will need in-depth knowledge of Australian Taxation and will be an asset to the team, playing a crucial role in blending high-quality accounting and taxation services with effective team coordination and management.This is a chance to make your mark in a role that perfectly marries technical proficiency with people management.

**Your main role will include**
- Management of accounting, taxation and advisory tasks across a variety of industries, overseeing technical outcomes, excellence in the quality of output.
- Be a point of contact for both team guidance and technical advice, creating a supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Play a key role in the professional development of your team, while also having opportunities for your own growth.
- Work closely with Senior Management to streamline internal processes and develop operational efficiencies.

**Other Specific d**uties**
- Review and management of the preparation of all compliance tasks, such as financial reports, tax returns, activity statements, fringe benefits tax returns, etc.
- Management of annual tax planning commitments, together with review of tax planning calculations and provision of specialised tax optimisation advice for clients.
- Review and management of advisory reports in relation to clients business performance, results and strategic planning, including provision of commentary on key advisory matters identified.
- Assisting with the provision of specialised tax, business and financial advice to clients, and answering ad hoc queries as required.
- Effectively communicating both written and verbal guidance on complex accounting, taxation, and business matters.
- Providing mentorship, coaching, and leadership to our junior team members.

**Skills and Experience**
- A minimum of 5 years of experience working in tax and business services roles.
- An additional 2+ years of experience as a manager or team leader, showcasing your ability to effectively lead and develop a team.
- Proven track record in workflow management and adhering to client deadlines.
- Strong technical knowledge in accounting and taxation, with CPA, CA, or equivalent qualifications highly regarded.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and high attention to detail.
- Ability to adhere and oversee quality expectations of the firms practices and processes.
- The ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to team members.
- Ability to service a client base across a variety of industries and engagement services.
- Proficiency in using various accounting software, with a particular emphasis on Xero.
- A team player with good communication skills, fostering a positive team environment.