Senior Accountant (Tax)

About the role

The Senior Accountant (Tax) will join Bentleys' Business Services team to deliver timely accounting and tax compliance services to both internal and external stakeholders. You will own client accounting tasks, apply technical tax expertise, and mentor junior accountants.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, and superannuation funds.
• Complete Business Activity Statements (BAS), Instalment Activity Statements (IAS) and other quarterly/annual tax compliance matters.
• Conduct tax planning activities under guidance, including interim work and assessment notices.
• Reconcile accounting files across platforms such as Xero, MYOB and QuickBooks.
• Liaise with the Australian Tax Office (ATO) on client matters and compliance issues.
• Communicate with clients to clarify queries, gather documentation, and provide updates.
• Provide informal guidance to junior accountants and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Monitor personal productivity, manage workflow to meet deadlines, and assist with fee preparation.
• Maintain technical knowledge through training, webinars and independent research.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in public practice accounting.
• Strong understanding of Australian Accounting Standards.
• Collaborative, client‑focused and able to manage own workload with moderate oversight.
• Effective communicator who can explain technical concepts clearly.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Suite
• Xero
• MYOB
• QuickBooks
• Knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards

What we offer

• Supportive and positive team culture.
• Opportunities for growth through training and career advancement.
• Competitive salary package.
• 20 days of discretionary leave credits (up to 12 days can be taken at any time).