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About us SRJ Walker Wayland is the leading accounting firm on the northside of Brisbane. Our team of over 80 across our Brendale, Sunshine Coast, and Brisbane City locations provide a range of services including business advisory, audit, outsourced CFO and finance team support, plus a range of advisory services. About the role We are looking for an Intermediate Accountant to join our Business Services team in our new Brisbane City office. The role will see you work with Partners and Managers on a range of client assignments. The successful candidate would typically be in the process of completing either the CA or CPA program. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years' experience in an Australian CA or CPA firm. The work involved includes a mixture of compliance work, such as the completion of tax returns and tax planning, preparation of financial statements, BAS returns and client reporting. What we're looking for: As an Intermediate Accountant, you'll bring: 2-4 years' accounting experience in business services Bachelor of Accounting or Commerce degree Enrolled in either CA or CPA (or qualified) Experience in Xero and MYOB Great attention to detail and communication skills About our business services team Our business services team is our largest team with 40 staff and 5 Partners in Brisbane and on the Sunshine Coast. Our teams work across a range of client industries, focusing mainly on business clients. The successful candidate will be working in a team that focuses mostly on the SME market and clients that are family owned and managed. We have a culture of investing in the development of our people. This includes a commitment to both technical and non-technical skills development including an emerging leaders program. For business services accountants, we provide a career experience comparable to quality firms across Brisbane, but in various convenient locations. The remuneration for the successful candidate will be based on experience and market. We are committed to regularly reviewing remuneration positions and we ensure that we match or exceed the market for our people. Why work with us? Brand new CBD office that is a 5 minute walk from Central Station Full CA/CPA study support Weekly and quarterly training sessions via online webinars and resources presented by professional bodies Growth and referral incentive programs Access to Walker Wayland Perkspace (discounts to various retailers) Participate in leadership programs Take the next step in your accounting career If you're ready to bring your expertise to a firm that values quality, growth, and team success, we want to hear from you. Apply now with your resume and cover letter Please either click apply or provide your resume and cover letter to our careers email: careers@srjww.com.au
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
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