Associate / Senior Associate, Outsourced CFO / Private Enterprise Tax

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About this role

We are looking for a passionate Senior Associate to join our growing Outsourced CFO and Private Enterprise Tax team in Sydney.

This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio while enjoying a mixture of Outsourced CFO and Tax work, developing a well-rounded skillset while providing high-level advisory services and making a tangible impact on clients’ growth journeys.

Key responsibilities

You will build strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on a variety of outsourced CFO and taxation matters, including:

• Prepare and analyse management reports, including KPIs and variance analysis

• Support cash flow management, working capital optimisation, and cost control initiatives

• Assist clients with strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting on bespoke projects

• Collaborate with and communicate financial insights to stakeholders, including banks, investors, and business owners

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements

• Participate in the implementation and optimisation of financial systems and processes

• Contribute to special projects, such as mergers and acquisitions, business restructuring, or funding initiatives

• Preparation and assistance with Corporate Tax compliance, as well as Family Group compliance, including: financial statement preparation, tax return preparation, business activity statements, payroll tax and FBT

Skills and experience

• Have commenced (or planning to commence) a CA or CPA qualification

• Previous experience in business advisory services within a chartered accounting environment, with prior experience in a commercial role also desirable

• Excellent written and spoken communication skills, with a genuine commitment to delivering high‑quality outcomes and a positive client experience

• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities within a deadline-driven environment

• Driven and motivated, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills and the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a high-performing team

If you’re interested in this role but don’t feel that you match every single one of our requirements, we would still love to hear from you and explore the unique skillset and attributes that you can bring to the team.
 

Reach your remarkable

At Grant Thornton we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do remarkable things are possible. We’re a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking. We’re driven by our shared purpose – we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive.

With us, you’ll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities – building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You’ll be supported, motivated and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You’ll be empowered to build a career path that’s tailored to you and encouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we’ll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.

Remarkable perks that put you first:

• 9-day fortnight with no salary reduction | Flexible working options available

• Support to undertake CA or other postgrad study

• Structured learning and development at all career levels

• Fully funded gym membership | Health Insurance discounts

• And many more!

Need some help applying or participating in the recruitment process?

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply, and we warmly encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, those in the LGBTQI+ community and individuals who identify as having disability or are neurodivergent.  Click here for recruitment support information and to learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Grant Thornton.

Should you have questions or require any adaptations or additional support for your individual circumstances so you may perform at your best during the application or recruitment process please contact Sarah McGrory from our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].

As we provide fair consideration and evaluation to a high volume of applications, we endeavour to provide feedback on your application at the earliest opportunity.

Need some help applying or participating in the recruitment process?

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply, and we warmly encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, those in the LGBTQI+ community and individuals who identify as having disability or are neurodivergent.  Click here for recruitment support information and to learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Grant Thornton.

Should you have questions or require any adaptations or additional support for your individual circumstances so you may perform at your best during the application or recruitment process please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]

As we provide fair consideration and evaluation to a high volume of applications, we endeavour to provide feedback on your application at the earliest opportunity.

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