Senior Tax Accountant

Job description

Are You Ready to Step Up and Lead With Confidence?

We're looking for a 
Senior Tax Accountant
 to join our growing team at 
Camtech & Slater
.

This is a hands-on, client-facing role for someone who's ready to own their portfolio, deliver high-quality work, and help guide less experienced team members. You'll work closely with our accountants, bookkeepers, and leadership team to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients — and have a voice in shaping how we do things.

If you love combining technical expertise with client care, thrive in a collaborative environment, and take pride in meeting deadlines without being chased, we'd love to hear from you.

You Should Apply If:

• You're a people person who enjoys client appointments and explaining complex tax concepts simply and believes in genuine care for clients.
• You thrive in a team-based environment where ownership and accountability matters.
• You're confident in managing your own workflow and meeting deadlines.
• You're passionate about mentoring junior team members and helping them develop their skills.
• You take pride in quality work — accurate, complete, and always on time.
• You enjoy being part of daily and weekly huddles and sharing updates with
• You value continual learning, technical discussions, and contributing to tax training sessions.
• You like variety — BAS, tax planning, FBT, structuring, client meetings — no two weeks are the same.
• You're a natural communicator who picks up the phone rather than hiding behind emails.

You Shouldn't Apply If:

• You prefer working quietly behind the scenes and dislike client contact.
• You need constant follow-up to stay on track with deadlines.
• You don't like coaching others or sharing your technical knowledge.
• You struggle to manage competing priorities and need heavy supervision.
• You're only focused on compliance, not on helping clients understand their numbers.
• You want to work fully remote. We pride ourselves on our culture
• You tend to leave work unfinished or wait for reminders.
• You do not have an outstanding attention to detail in both personal and work life
• You're only in it for the money

What Your Month Will Look Like

Client-Focused Work

• Conducting 
  ITR appointments
   and discussing tax outcomes confidently.
• Managing your own portfolio of business and individual clients.
• Preparing and reviewing 
  Company, Trust, Partnership, and Individual tax returns
  .
• Completing and reviewing 
  BAS, IAS, and FBT returns
  .
• Delivering 
  tax planning and structuring
   advice under the Senior Production Manager and Director's guidance.
• Communicating proactively with clients to gather data and finalise lodgements.

Leadership and Teamwork

• Supporting and training junior accountants and bookkeepers on tax and BAS work.
• Leading or contributing to 
  fortnightly internal tax training sessions
  .
• Participating in 
  daily and weekly huddles
   to share progress and collaborate.
• Attending 
  fortnightly check-ins
   with your manager to discuss performance, development, and client workflow.

Continuous Growth

• Keeping up to date with ATO changes and professional standards.
• Looking for ways to improve processes, client communication, and workflow.
• Contributing ideas and insights during team meetings.

What You'll Bring

• 6+ years' experience
   in Australian public practice accounting.
• Strong technical knowledge of 
  tax, BAS, FBT, and structuring
  .
• Experience using 
  Xero, Xero Practice Manager (XPM), and Microsoft Office Suite
  .
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• A proactive mindset and willingness to support others.
• CPA or CA qualified (or in progress).
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required for this position.

Why Join Us?

At 
Camtech & Slater
, we believe our people are our advantage. You'll enjoy:

• A supportive, collaborative team environment — we celebrate wins and tackle challenges together.
• Ongoing technical and professional development.
• Clear expectations and structured feedback.
• Exposure to strategic and advisory projects as part of your growth.
• A workplace where you're trusted, respected, and encouraged to take ownership.

How to Apply

We're not just looking for technical skill — we want the right person to join our team culture.

Please submit:

1. Your 
   resume
2. A short 
   cover letter
    telling us why you're the right fit for this role
3. Your 
   LinkedIn profile
    and any 
   professional social handle

Job summary

Be part of a progressive firm where culture, impact, and flexibility come first.

Key selling points

• Supportive culture
• Real Impact
• Location Flexiblity