Senior Tax And Compliance Accountant

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Independent Contractor Perks

HMO Coverage for eligible locations

Permanent work from home

Immediate hiring

Steady freelance job

Job Overview

We are a modern Australian accounting and advisory firm supporting ambitious businesses to grow smarter, stronger, and more valuable. Our work is grounded in clarity, control, and confidence for both our clients and our team.

We are seeking a Senior Tax & Compliance Accountant to join our Melbourne-led team. This is a senior, hands-on role with leadership responsibility, focused on Australian tax compliance, quality control, and team development.

You will oversee complex compliance work, mentor junior accountants, and collaborate closely with client managers and bookkeeping teams to deliver accurate, timely, and confident outcomes for Australian clients.

Job Highlights

Hourly Rate: The equivalent of $9.00 USD per hour in the applicant’s local currency

Schedule: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Melbourne , AU Time (AEST)

Work Arrangement: Work from home

Contract: Independent Contractor

Side Note: Since this is a permanent work-from-home position and the arrangement is that of an “Independent Contractor,” the selected candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.

Responsibilities

Australian Tax & Compliance

• Prepare financial statements for companies, trusts, partnerships, and sole traders
• Prepare income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships, and complex individuals
• Handle complex tax matters including CGT, ESS, managed funds, rental properties, and cryptocurrency
• Reconcile balance sheet and profit & loss accounts, identifying and correcting discrepancies
• Reconcile ATO balance sheet items (GST, PAYGW, income tax)
• Maintain fixed asset registers including acquisitions and disposals
• Identify and manage taxation issues such as Division 7A and FBT
• Prepare and lodge BAS/IAS, correcting GST and payroll discrepancies
• Prepare fuel tax credit calculations
• Prepare and lodge state payroll tax (monthly and annual reconciliations across jurisdictions)
• Prepare year-end tax planning files
• Prepare FBT calculations and FBT returns

Leadership & Collaboration

• Review and oversee work prepared by accountants to ensure accuracy and deadlines are met
• Mentor and train accountants, in collaboration with the Compliance Team Manager and Client Managers
• Work closely with client services and client managers to address client queries
• Collaborate with bookkeeping teams to improve file quality and streamline compliance processes
• Contribute to continuous improvement of systems, workflows, and standards

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Australian tax and compliance within an accounting firm
• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Commerce, or Business (Accounting major)
• Strong knowledge of Australian tax law, including FBT, Division 7A, and trust structures
• Xero Certified; confident using Xero, Xero Tax, and XPM
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong reconciliation skills
• Analytical, structured problem-solver
• High level of written and spoken English
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines
• Confidence reviewing work and supervising junior accountants
• Strong business acumen and ability to work effectively with Australian stakeholders

Highly Regarded (Bonus)

• Experience working in a BPO or outsourced accounting environment
• SMSF experience
• Familiarity with Karbon, Koinly, or similar tools

Reminder

Apply directly to the link provided; you will be redirected to BruntWork’s Career Site. You must apply using the said link to complete the initial requirements, which includes pre-screening assessment questions, technical check of your computer, and voice recording.

APPLICATIONS WITH COMPLETE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE PRIORITIZED.