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At the ASV Wadeson Entrepreneur Hub, in Cheltenham VIC, we offer the necessary experience, networks and frameworks to turn your idea into a successful enterprise. Regardless of how far into the business journey you are, we will take you to the next level and amplify your business value. ASV Wadeson’s fresh approach and levels of services are unrivalled in the accounting industry. Currently, we have a requirement for a full-time Taxation Accountant. The accounting and taxation industry has undergone significant change through increased digitalisation, cloud-based accounting systems, automation and artificial intelligence, together with continuing changes to taxation legislation, reporting requirements and professional compliance obligations. These developments require taxation accountants to maintain current technical knowledge, sound professional judgement and strong data-security practices. Business requires a dedicated Taxation Accountant to manage its growing client workload, meet statutory lodgement deadlines and deliver accurate taxation, accounting and advisory services. The role also provides continuity for existing clients, supports senior accountants and helps reduce operational and compliance risks. Skills Required • Proven accounting experience within Public Practice and strong knowledge of Australian taxation requirements and taxation law. • Tertiary qualification in Accounting with a 3 and above GPA. • At least 1+ Year post-qualification full-time experience in an Accounting Practice is required. • CA/CPA qualification (completed or working towards). • Experience with MYOB, QuickBooks, Xero, MYOB Advanced and BGL. • Strong work ethic and a confident, professional manner. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. • Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with clients and work autonomously and collaboratively as part of a team. • Registration (or eligibility for registration) as a Tax Agent with the Tax Practitioners Board is desirable. Duties & Responsibilities • Preparing income tax, GST, PAYG, FBT and BAS returns for a variety of groups and individuals. • Liaising with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and other regulatory bodies when required, including managing taxation disputes, negotiating settlements and payment arrangements. • Reviewing client bookkeeping records and reconciliations to prepare BAS, IAS and year-end income tax returns for small- and medium-sized clients. Preparing business income tax returns and statements for audits. • Preparing cash flow forecasts and budgets for clients. • Helping drive the firm's overall budgeted billing and lodgement targets, including actively identifying billing, scope creep and tax advisory project work opportunities. • Liaising with financial institutions and brokers to establish funds management arrangements for clients. • Supporting accounting, taxation and business advisory research and technical advisory work for clients and assisting with tax planning. • Advising on capital gains tax (including small business CGT concessions), Division 7A, FBT, GST and superannuation tax implications of client transactions. • Advising on tax-effective business structures, restructures (including small business restructure rollovers), trust distributions and succession arrangements. • Preparing and lodging private ruling applications, objections and responses to ATO reviews, audits and position papers on behalf of clients. Helping create an amazing client experience by engaging regularly with clients and maintaining strong relationships. • Helping resolve client queries and matters within our SLA timeframes. • Receiving support for ongoing professional development through coaching and training. • Occasionally assisting with technical tax research and articles for the firm. • Maintaining and helping improve internal control systems. • Assisting with technical review of colleagues' tax work files and returns prior to lodgement. • Participating in online seminars, team huddles, client and staff training, and social events. • Performing other tasks as needed or volunteered for. Salary - $80,000 - $90,000 plus super Only eligible and successful applicants will be considered.
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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