SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree qualified in accounting, business or commerce
• CA or CPA qualified
• A minimum of six years’ experience in external public practice
• A strong understanding of relevant income tax and other legislation
• Competent in the preparation of financial statements, tax returns, and activity statements for companies, trusts, partnerships, and individuals with minimal supervision
• Experienced in managing tax issue Div 7A, FBT, CGT, SGC and tax residency.
• The ability to actively manage client engagements and deliver them within budgets.
• The ability to effectively manage client relationships through periods of disagreement or contention.
• Some working knowledge of accounting standards.
• High level of computer literacy, with an excellent understanding of accounting software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisation and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities and meet all deadlines and commitments.
• Broad commercial expertise and judgement, as well as excellent analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to effectively coach, mentor and lead to improve performance and engagement.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Supervisor is responsible for analysing fiscal & tax matters and preparing, submitting, and managing financial statements and tax returns for clients. The role provides advice on financial and tax matters, and will have an in-depth knowledge of the regulations, laws and acts that govern this process. This role actively coaches, mentors, and reviews the work of junior accountants.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and manage income tax, BAS, FBT and ESS lodgements
• Provide ongoing support and advisory services to clients
• Working with the Audit team, prepare tax calculation, DTA/DTL for audited financials
• Recommend and apply new strategies based on new legislative changes for the portfolio of clients
• Streamline procedures and offer recommendations on how the tax filing process can run more efficiently
• Review potential profitability areas to save on taxes and analysing any additional tax information.
• Coach, mentor and review the work of junior accountants to build competence and improve productivity.