Senior Tax Accountant

Join a high-performing team | Enjoy leadership growth | Highly competitive pay, market-aligned and values your work because your contribution matters

Grow, and build a long-term career with WA's leading CPA firm

Are you an accountant ready drive your career forward in a mentored, trained and supported team? Byfields is looking for experienced or aspiring Senior Accountants to join our Belmont, WA team. This is an exciting opportunity to fast-track your career in tax and business advisory, be supported by industry leaders and spend much of the year creating value for clients through projects, not just compliance.

Important: Applicants must be able to relocate to or live in WA.

About Byfields

Since our beginnings in Northam in the 1950s, Byfields has grown into WA's largest wholly owned CPA firm, with six offices across the state. We specialise in Business Advisory and Taxation, with a strong focus on agricultural clients.

We value our people above all else. At Byfields, you're not just a number, your expertise, growth, and contributions are recognised and supported every step of the way. Our culture is collaborative and grounded in honesty, integrity, respect, and accountability, giving you the freedom to excel and innovate.

Why join Byfields?

We know career decisions are about more than a title, here's what we offer to make your next move a meaningful one:

• 5 weeks paid annual leave – because work-life balance matters
• Flexible start/finish times and WFH options once settled
• Join a team that values you with highly competitive, industry-benchmarked pay
• Full CPA/CA support, including mentoring, units and subscription paid and study leave
• Ongoing internal and external training and development by industry leaders
• Career progression opportunities and a direct path to leadership
• Team events and social functions for a connected, fun culture
• Corporate health benefits and referral bonuses
• Free parking at all locations

We lead the way in innovation, empowering our accountants with advanced systems for seamless, high-quality work

Whether you're driven by technical excellence, leadership potential, or a passion for agriculture, Byfields is a place where your career can thrive now and into the future.

About the role

As a Senior Accountant, you will play a central role in delivering outstanding client work both through compliance and special projects, receive direct mentoring and share your knowledge with the next generation of accountants. Multiple positions are available, and we'll match you to the team and projects that align with your goals.

You will work closely with your Manager and/or Director to build the experience, exposure, and knowledge needed to progress your career. Our dedicated Training Manager will also guide and support you, ensuring you have all the tools to be successful in your career.

This role is perfect for an experienced accountant or a fast progressor ready to learn, lead and make a real impact. You'll be at the forefront of tax planning, financial reporting and advisory work, while growing your leadership and technical expertise.

You can expect to:

• Be part of a connected community where collaboration, communication, and teamwork make success achievable and enjoyable
• Grow your long-term career at Byfields, with clear progression opportunities
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with a diverse client base and professional partners
• Partner with experienced professionals to expand your insights in tax planning, advisory and special projects
• Lead and mentor junior staff, helping them develop their skills while inspiring a collaborative team culture
• Take ownership of managing complex tax compliance, financial statements, and advisory projects that showcase your expertise with support of seniors
• Work in a strong team environment to produce meaningful outcomes for appreciative clients
• Grow your long-term career at Byfields, with clear progression opportunities

What we're looking for

We are looking for someone who wants a long-term career in public practice and is ready to make an impact.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Prior public practice experience (essential)
• CPA/CA qualified or actively working towards
• Strong experience in tax compliance and reconciliation
• Proven problem-solving, time management and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities
• Interest or background in agriculture
• Commitment to continuous professional growth and innovation
• Full working rights in Australia

If you are a proactive accountant seeking career growth, mentorship and a collaborative culture, we want you on our team.

Apply NOW

This is a WA-based opportunity, candidates must be able to relocate and live in WA. Multiple positions are available, so don't wait Applications will be reviewed immediately.

Take the next step in your career today. Click APPLY, upload your resume, and include a brief cover letter highlighting your skills and experiences. Even if you don't tick every box, if you have the potential, we want to hear from you.

Please note: These roles are not being recruited through external agencies, please ensure you apply directly.

Byfields does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Byfields P&C Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Byfields directors, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Byfields will not be liable for a fee.

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