Intermediate Accountant

Join a Team Where Your Impact Matters

At Alexander Spencer, we're more than just accountants – we're growth partners. Ranked in the Australian Financial Review's Top 100 and recognised as one of the fastest-growing firms in the country, we're proud to be celebrated for our innovation, collaboration, and excellence. With expertise across Accounting, Finance, Taxation, M&A, Financial Planning, Advisory, Bookkeeping and Insurance, our team is dedicated to helping businesses thrive.

What Makes Us Unique

At Alexander Spencer, we live by our values:

Teach: We're committed to making others better by sharing knowledge and fostering growth.

Respect: We maintain an open, respectful environment where every voice is valued.

Ambition: We strive to continuously improve and aspire to reach new heights.

Fun: We embrace an engaging environment, whilst staying focused on our goals.

Our team culture is unmatched. From Friday drinks and social events to a collaborative office space designed to inspire, we believe in celebrating successes together and supporting one another. Here, your effort is appreciated and recognised and your contributions will make a real difference—for our clients and our firm.

Your Role in Our Mission

As an Intermediate Accountant, you'll deliver accounting, taxation, and business services to a diverse client base, including small and medium enterprises and individuals. Working with various structures such as trusts, partnerships, and companies, you'll play a pivotal role in helping clients overcome challenges and seize opportunities.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare income tax returns and financial statements with precision.
• Prepare and advise on BAS, FBT, GST, Payroll Tax, Div 7A and statutory reporting requirements.
• Provide tailored accounting and taxation advice.
• Liaise with clients, key stakeholders and the ATO.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their goals and deliver meaningful insights.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and liaise with government bodies like the ATO.
• Proactively identify opportunities to add value and improve client outcomes.

What We're Looking For

• We value people who are driven, curious, and committed to excellence. You'll thrive in this role if you have:
• A degree in Commerce, Business, or Accounting.
• 2-4 years' experience in tax and business advisory services.
• Public practice accounting experience (preferred).
• Progressing toward or intending to complete a CPA or CA qualification.
• Technical proficiency in software like Xero and, MYOB.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude.
• A desire to learn, grow, and contribute to a dynamic team.

Why Join Us?

Working at Alexander Spencer means more than a pay cheque. Here's what you can look forward to:

Growth Opportunities: Access to mentorship, ongoing professional development to advance your career. Exposure to an interesting client base ranging in size and industry. 

Study Support: Including paid study leave and financial support to complete your CA/CPA.

Work-Life Balance: We are one big team and love to collaborate in person. We offer 1 WFH day.

Team Spirit: Enjoy casual Fridays, social activities, recognition and an open, fun and supportive team environment from Partner level to undergraduate level.

Modern Workplace: Our new office features standing desks, snacks and a stocked bar for end-of-week celebrations.

Additional Perks: Performance-based bonuses, income protection, referral incentives, and access to our wealth advisory, mortgage, and insurance teams.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a team where your impact is valued, we'd love to hear from you. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement – what matters most is your passion and drive to succeed.

How to Apply: Submit your application with a cover letter detailing why you're the ideal candidate for this role. For more about us, visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn.

We can't wait to welcome our next team member and unlock new levels of growth together.

Note: Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered.