Senior AU Tax Accountant

About the role

Asiacruit is looking for a highly experienced Senior AU Tax Accountant to support an established Australian public‑practice firm. You will deliver high‑quality tax compliance, accounting and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of Australian clients while mentoring junior team members.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review Australian income tax returns for individuals, sole traders, partnerships, companies, trusts and Self‑Managed Super Funds (SMSFs).
• Ensure all tax obligations are lodged accurately and within statutory deadlines.
• Provide technical advice on Income Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Fringe Benefits Tax, GST, Division 7A, Payroll Tax and Superannuation.
• Identify tax planning and minimisation opportunities for clients.
• Research and interpret Australian taxation legislation and ATO rulings.
• Prepare year‑end financial statements, management reports, reconciliations and supporting schedules in line with Australian Accounting Standards.
• Handle SMSF accounting, annual tax returns and liaison with auditors.
• Prepare and review Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS) and advise on GST compliance.
• Manage a portfolio of public‑practice clients, build strong relationships and deliver practical business advice.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in Australian public‑practice accounting and taxation.
• Technical proficiency across all major Australian tax areas and accounting standards.
• Ability to manage engagements for a variety of entity structures.
• Strong knowledge of ATO requirements and compliance deadlines.
• Experience mentoring junior staff and providing technical guidance.

Required skills

• Income Tax
• Capital Gains Tax
• Fringe Benefits Tax
• Goods and Services Tax (GST)
• Division 7A
• Payroll Tax
• Superannuation
• SMSF accounting
• Business Activity Statements (BAS)
• Instalment Activity Statements (IAS)
• Australian Accounting Standards
• Financial reporting
• Tax legislation research