Accountant – Business Services | Full-Time | Kalamunda, WA
About Us
Thornburys Accountants and Advisors (TAA) is a well-established Chartered Accounting firm located in the eastern suburbs of Perth, Western Australia. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, diverse and inclusive work environment, where client service excellence and staff wellbeing are at the forefront of everything we do.
With a tightly knit and collaborative team, we enjoy a notably low staff turnover and maintain a strong commitment to professional development. Our firm services a broad range of clients across various industries, providing holistic tax, business advisory, and accounting solutions.
We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Accountant – Business Services to join our team on a full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional looking to grow their career.
Why Join Us
- Career advancement opportunities, including potential for future equity participation.
- Exposure to a diverse client base across a wide range of industries.
- Supportive team environment with a focus on long-term staff retention.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development through funded training, seminars and CPD activities.
- Convenient office location close to public transport, cafés and the heart of the Kalamunda district.
- Direct access to senior staff and firm partners.
Your Responsibilities
As an integral member of our Business Services team, your key responsibilities will include:
- Preparation of individual income tax returns.
- Preparation of financial statements and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships and SMSFs.
- Preparation of Business Activity Statements (BAS) and payroll tax returns.
- Attending and conducting client meetings, communicating via email and phone to gather information and resolve queries.
- Liaising with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) on behalf of clients.
- Assisting with tax planning, research, business structuring and entity establishment.
- Contributing to a positive, collaborative and professional team culture.
This is an office-based position designed for a dedicated individual who is seeking long-term career development within a growing and respected practice.
Skills and Experience Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A minimum of three years of professional experience, including public practice experience within the Australian taxation system.
- Completion of or near completion of the CA, CPA, or IPA program.
- Practical experience with Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, and ideally SuperMate.
- Solid understanding of Australian tax legislation, compliance requirements and ATO processes.
- Previous exposure to SMSF accounting and tax (preferred but not essential).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage directly with clients and internal stakeholders.
- High attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage deadlines independently.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- A tech-savvy mindset and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
How to Apply
Apply by emailing your cover letter addressing the above criteria and CV to advice@thornburys.com.au
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The successful applicant must have full Australian working rights and will be required to undergo a police background check. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.
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