Accountant

5 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Williams Cete and Co Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Are you an experienced and talented accountant, with a passion for numbers and a desire to live in one of the most beautiful locations in the world? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our team as a senior accountant in our Port Douglas or Mossman office

In this exciting and challenging role which has developed due to significant client growth, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and industries and to use your expertise and experience to provide high-quality, value-added services.

Our firm is the largest in the Douglas Shire and has a rich history dating back over 90 years. We offer a supportive and collaborative team environment, opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary and benefits package.

As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for:

  • The preparation of financial statements, taxation returns and tax plans for a wide range of individual and business clients
  • The preparation of additional statutory reporting requirements, including payroll tax, WorkCover and QBCC matters.
  • The creation and implementation of business cash flow, forecasting and other various value-add reporting material
  • The preparation of BAS, FBT, TPAR and other ATO lodgements as required
  • Corresponding with the Australian Taxation Office on behalf of clients
  • Providing support and assistance to the management team

The role provides a pathway to:

  • Provision of support to Principal on advisory matters
  • Opportunities for career development and role progression into a senior client manager position

Benefits

  • Competitive remuneration package based on your experience. Assistance with relocation costs for the right candidate.
  • Referral bonuses for new clients introduced to the practice (conditions apply)
  • Full financial support towards completion of CA/CPA studies (if not completed already)
  • Fantastic office locations in Port Douglas & Mossman with new office fit outs
  • A supportive, fun and friendly workplace culture with an emphasis on work-life balance with our offices closing as 12:30 every Friday. Our staff work very little to no overtime.
  • Hybrid work arrangements between the office and home are available
  • Monthly training sessions to support continual professional development
  • Quarterly social events, team lunches and great EOFY/Christmas parties generally involving trips to GBR

To be successful in this role, candidates should possess the following attributes:

  • Completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Major) or studying towards
  • Currently studying towards or recently attained CA/CPA qualifications
  • 3+ years of business services and taxation experience
  • Sound knowledge of accounting, financial and business principles and procedures
  • High quality organisational and time management skills
  • Strong teamwork skills, with experience working towards team goals and KPIs
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

This is a rare opportunity in the Douglas Shire as our staff turnover is very low.

If you are short in experience or just starting your career, please still contact us as we may have a role for you as a junior accountant.

Apply by following the prompts on this ad. Don't forget to include a cover letter explaining why you are the best fit for our firm. We look forward to hearing from you

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