Situated in the center of Shepparton, this role offers an exceptional avenue for advancing your career, providing a dynamic environment with exposure to a variety of client work.

• Respected Boutique Firm Catering to a Varied Client Base
• Supportive Culture and Contemporary Workplace Setting
• Excellent Career Development Opportunity Mentored by Experienced CAs

Joining this firm guarantees valuable experience and insight into contemporary accounting methodologies and practices. With a strong commitment to their employees, this company ensures your success through excellent training and further skill development with access to an impressive client base, advancing responsibility and desirable work variability.

If you're eager to accelerate your accounting journey with a reputable firm, seize this opportunity now. Future you will thank you.

The Role:

As a Junior Accountant, you'll play a valuable role in supporting the team with a broad spectrum of accounting and taxation services, along with developing advisory responsibilities under the guiding supervision of a seasoned manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting in Tax Compliance: Aid in the preparation of Income Tax Returns, Business Activity Statements (BAS), and associated documents, adhering to Australian tax laws and regulations.
• Financial Reporting: Contribute to crafting financial statements like profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, ensuring precision and compliance with accounting standards.
• General Ledger Maintenance: Support in maintaining precise and up-to-date general ledger records, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and discrepancy resolutions.
• Client Interaction: Engage with clients to collect essential financial information, address inquiries, and offer assistance as needed, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.
• Software Proficiency: Utilize accounting software like MYOB, QuickBooks, and Xero to manage client accounts, process transactions, and generate financial reports efficiently.
• Professional Development: Actively participate in continuous professional development initiatives such as training sessions, seminars, and certifications to enhance technical competencies and knowledge in accounting.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with team members to achieve departmental objectives, exchange expertise and best practices, and foster a positive and supportive work atmosphere.
• Ad-hoc Tasks: Assist in ad-hoc projects and assignments delegated by senior management, demonstrating flexibility and eagerness to tackle new challenges in support of the firm's overall success.

Key Requirements:

To excel in this role, you should:

Possess a minimum of 1 year of relevant accounting experience; underway in CA/CPA highly desirable.
Demonstrate robust problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.
Have proficiency in accounting software such as MYOB, QuickBooks, and Xero.
Exhibit excellent communication skills and the capacity to engage effectively with clients.
Be knowledgeable about Australian Tax Codes and Accounting standards.
Show enthusiasm and drive to advance your career in accounting.

Benefits:

Our client prioritizes a supportive culture where career progression is paramount. They offer ongoing training and an array of staff benefits:

• Competitive annual package and regular salary reviews.
• Opportunities for career advancement, including access to reimbursement for advanced degrees, training programs, certifications, and conferences.
• Mentorship program pairing senior accountants with seasoned mentors to provide ongoing guidance, support, and career advice.
• Regular performance evaluations and career coaching sessions to offer feedback, identify areas for growth, and support career development aspirations.
• Some flexibility in work arrangements.
• Additional negotiable perks such as annual payment of professional memberships, gym memberships, wellness programs, commuter benefits, and company-sponsored social events.
• Social activities and team-building initiatives.
• Positive culture promoting teamwork, innovation, and inclusivity within a relaxed and collaborative work environment.
• Modern amenities and workspace.

Culture & Values:

Our client prioritizes professional growth, integrity, honesty, and accountability. They are dedicated to maintaining a positive culture and fostering personal development for all team members. As an equal opportunity employer, they consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Next Steps:

Join our client's expanding team, where fostering strong client connections and delivering top-tier tax, wealth, and financial advice are prioritised.

If you're ready to take the next step in your accounting career and join a leading firm in Shepparton, please tap/click to apply where indicated or contact Nick Kellis on 0459 492 342 for a confidential discussion.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

You will need to physically reside in Australia and hold full work rights to be considered.