Senior Accountant

We are seeking a self-directed, authentic and focused Senior Accountant to join our team. Ideally based in central NSW, however, we are also open to candidates across Australia who can work remotely and have the ability make the trip to Dubbo once a quarter.

PrincipleFocus is an accounting & advisory business that has a big vision, for us and for our clients. We listen, develop possibilities, focus on outcomes and inspire growth - growth in people, growth in business and growth in profits.

PrincipleFocus is different from other firms - relationships come first. As management accountants, we take a holistic approach to vision, strategy and implementation. Our clients are proactive regional families in agribusiness and investment, seeking growth and change.

To achieve our vision our team must also grow - in excellence, collaboration and innovation, through our collective and varied experiences and our knowledge; and now in size, to meet growing demand for our services.

The position offers:

• Genuine client focus, with substantial client interaction.
• Broad range of business advisory services & specialist opportunities.
• A commitment to outcomes, value, learning and excellence.
• Vibrant & innovative team culture.
• Great workplace flexibility.

Reporting directly to the Senior Advisor, your role will be to:

• Develop and maintain excellent support, communication, and management of a discrete client base.
• Identify and follow up opportunities to add value for clients and for PrincipleFocus.
• Work collaboratively with the team, to support each other and to grow and advance our business.
• Support clients with regular management accounting & reporting for complex farming entities.
• Prepare pre-June tax estimates for clients.
• Review and finalise year-end financial statements and tax returns.
• Manage clients' taxation and other compliance obligations, and support them in their future plans.

Essential skills:

• 5 years' experience in a professional practice or corporate environment.
• Excellent client management and communication skills and ability to develop strong client relationships – an authentic, genuine interest in clients.
• High skill levels in business communication and teamwork.
• Committed to growth and learning (including continuing professional development).
• Strong attention to detail and good work ethic.
• Demonstrated skills in problem-solving.
• Demonstrated skills in workflow management, prioritisation and organisation.
• Experience in providing informative financial reporting in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards.
• Experience and understanding of client tax compliance obligations.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office 365, financial reporting applications and Xero.

Desirable skills:

• Demonstrated skills in client relationship building, development and sales experience.
• Business development skills (i.e. developing the PrincipleFocus business)
• Business development skills (i.e. developing client businesses – e.g. business & strategic planning, development of business models, budget preparation).
• Experience with practice management software, specifically FYI.
• Experience with management accounting and reporting.
• Experience in SMSF administration.
• Experience in writing complex tax advice.

Your opportunity:

You will be an integral part of a high performing and professional team, in a people focused business. We believe and are motivated by support for each other, service to clients, and "making a difference".

An above market remuneration package, and career progression opportunities are on offer for the right candidate.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining what you will bring to the position.

For further information contact Rob Edmunds on for a confidential initial discussion.