Senior Associate, Business Services

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In Australia, we’re proud to support the careers of over 1,500 remarkable people. With six offices nationally and partner firms in more than 145 markets, wherever you want to go, we can take you there.

About this role

Our growing Private Business Tax & Advisory (Business Services) team is looking for an experienced accountant to join the Sydney office as a Senior Associate.

Business leaders face many challenges throughout the business lifecycle: from managing daily operations, tax and compliance, to navigating a competitive landscape and planning an exit strategy. As part of our ‘Reach for Remarkable’ brand promise, Grant Thornton’s people are committed to providing a strikingly different client experience that is agile, authentic, and personal.

Key responsibilities

• Preparation of company, partnership, trust and individual tax returns
• Preparation of financial statements, BAS, FBT and payroll tax returns for a broad range of clients, from SMEs to large companies
• Liaising with the ATO on a range of matters
• Build and maintain strong relationships as part of an effective client service delivery team
• Work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to wider firm initiatives across the business

Skills and experience

You will have an interest in taxation and in the ‘nuts and bolts’ of accounting, while bringing a caring, conscientious, and practical approach to your clients. You enjoy applying your analytical and critical thinking skills to problems in order to find innovative solutions that are tailored to each client’s unique situation.

• CA / CPA/CTA qualified, or other relevant industry accreditation(s) (or currently completing)
• At least 18 months’ taxation accounting experience within a chartered accounting environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities within a deadline-driven environment and be adaptable to work across multiple managers
• Experience in the use of Xero accounting software will be highly regarded

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.

The salary range for this role is $90,000 - $100,000 AUD per annum inclusive of superannuation, dependent on experience and skills.

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:

• Flexible working options to support you to achieve a more balanced approach to life
• Free annual gym membership to help keep you fit and healthy
• Active employee networks and social committees to get you involved in the things you are passionate about
• Family focused support to suit your parental and / or caregiving needs, including 26 weeks’ parental leave and a parental leave superannuation scheme
• Mental health and wellbeing resources and coaching, so you look after yourself both inside and out
• Funded CA qualification and additional study support classes to foster continuous learning
• And many more!

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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, on [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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