Accountant at BDO in Australia

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Statements Preparation, Work Papers Preparation, Supervision, Income Tax Return Preparation, FBT Return Preparation, Tax Planning, Business Activity Statements Preparation, Tax Compliance, Management Accounts Preparation, Client Advisory, Team Player, Client Focused, Communication Skills, Analytical Ability, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail

Industry

Accounting

Description

About BDO At BDO Australia, our why is ‘empowering people, realising possibilities’. One way we bring this to life is by hiring and developing exceptional talent, to deliver on our wide array of audit, tax and advisory services. About the Role The role of the Accountant will be involved in providing professional accounting services to a diverse range of clients, family owned businesses to significant global entities. This role will provide you exposure to numerous clients across a broad range of industries. Key Responsibilities • Prepare a range of financial statements in accordance with regulatory, accounting and financial reporting standards; • Prepare clear and concise work papers; • Supervise junior staff on certain jobs, as appropriate; • Prepare income tax and FBT returns, and identify noncompliance issues arising from them; • Perform tax planning for clients; • Prepare tax returns for all entities; • Prepare Business Activity Statements; • Quarterly and annual tax compliance matters; • Preparation of management accounts; • Prepare advice for clients in relation to business operations and regulatory matters; • General business administration. Qualifications, Experience & Skills Required • Team player; committed to supporting team members and joining in the vibrant culture that the team aims to exude; • CA or CPA Qualification or partly completed; • 2-3 years Business Services/Tax experience (mid-tier experience desirable); • Client focused. Strong commitment to quality service and client relationships; • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; • Ability to establish professional relations with internal and external clients; • Demonstrated analytical/problem solving ability; • Ability to multi task and effectively manage individual and team work flow; • Self-motivated; takes responsibility for personal and professional development; • Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to work; • Microsoft Office: Word/Excel/Outlook; • Advanced Professional Solutions APS (desired); • Xero (desired). Why BDO? Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm. Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services. Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways. We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible. Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, free breakfast, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support. Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program. With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience. Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive). We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia and an Employer of Choice by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). We shape what matters. At BDO we are always looking ahead, thinking bigger, reaching further and always staying personal and human in everything we do. We’re by your side, backing you to explore ideas and new ways of working to shape the future you want to see.

Responsibilities

The Accountant will provide professional accounting services to diverse clients, ranging from family-owned businesses to global entities, gaining exposure across various industries. Key duties include preparing financial statements, tax returns, Business Activity Statements, and management accounts, alongside supervising junior staff and offering client advice.