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Public Practice Accountant

Accounting

Posted 17/06/2026
Closes 01/07/2026

Highland Park, 4211, Gold Coast, Queensland

Full time

Not specified

Intermediate Accountant
About Us

For several years, our boutique tax practice in Highland Park has delivered high-quality taxation and advisory services to clients across Australia. Our services extend beyond individual tax returns to include business taxation, superannuation, structuring, tax planning, business advisory and ongoing compliance support.

With a rapidly expanding client base and a diverse portfolio of entities, we are seeking an Accountant with experience to join our team.

About the Role

This is a hands-on role suited to an accountant with 2+ years’ experience in public practice who is confident managing compliance work across multiple entity types.

You will work closely with senior accountants and the principal, while also taking ownership of your own client portfolio.

Key Responsibilities
  • Preparation and review of income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships and SMSFs

  • Preparation and lodgement of BAS and IAS

  • Preparation of financial statements and supporting workpapers

  • Managing client bookkeeping reviews from Xero, MYOB and QuickBooks

  • Maintaining and reconciling asset registers and depreciation schedules

  • Liaising with the ATO and other regulatory bodies

  • Responding to client queries in a timely and professional manner

  • Assisting with tax planning and advisory engagements

  • Reviewing payroll, superannuation and compliance obligations

  • Ensuring client deadlines are met in accordance with lodgment programs

About You

You are a motivated and capable accountant who thrives in a fast-paced public practice environment. You can manage competing deadlines, communicate clearly with clients, and take responsibility for your work.

You will ideally have:

  • 2+ years’ experience in public practice

  • Experience preparing tax returns and BAS across multiple entity types

  • Strong knowledge of Australian taxation legislation

  • Experience using Xero, MYOB and/or QuickBooks

  • Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

  • Strong reconciliation and analytical skills

  • High attention to detail and accuracy

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Completed Accounting Diploma or Degree

  • Australian residency

  • Must have own vehicle

What We Offer
  • A modern office environment located in Highland Park, Gold Coast

  • Supportive and collaborative team culture

  • Direct exposure to complex tax and structuring work

  • Quarterly team events and staff rewards

  • Long-term career growth within a growing firm

If you’re looking to take the next step in your public practice career and join a firm that values both performance and culture, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the team.

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