We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant with hands-on experience in Australian accounting and tax compliance. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles, payroll processing, BAS/GST compliance, and financial reporting, along with experience preparing individual, company, trust, and partnership tax returns.
Perform double-entry bookkeeping
Manage the chart of accounts and the general ledger
Handle accounts payable and receivable
Conduct regular bank reconciliations
Process payroll and superannuation
Prepare and lodge BAS (Business Activity Statements)
Apply GST (Goods and Services Tax) rules
Manage depreciation and fixed assets
Distinguish between accrual vs. cash accounting
Prepare financial reports (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
Record journal entries and make adjustments
Minimum 3+ years of experience in Australian accounting and bookkeeping
Experience in preparing Australian individual/sole trader tax returns, company/trust/partnership tax returns, and financial statements (mandatory)
Proficiency with Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks Online
Comfortable using Excel / Google Sheets for manual tracking and reports
Experience with Single Touch Payroll (STP) systems
Familiarity with ReceiptBank, Hubdoc, or similar data capture tools
Strong understanding of ATO requirements, superannuation guarantee rules, and the Fair Work Act (payroll obligations)
Knowledge of TFN, ABN, and PAYG withholding
Awareness of ASIC reporting (if assisting with company compliance)
Familiarity with audit processes (if applicable)