Senior Accountant / Team Leader - Tax Store Mackay

About Us:
Tax Store Mackay is a trusted local firm delivering tax, accounting, and advisory services to individuals, small businesses, and trusts across the Mackay region. Backed by the wider Tax Store network, we offer everything from tax planning and bookkeeping to business advisory services, all with a genuine commitment to our local community.

Visit our website: taxstore.com.au/stores/mackay

Why Join Us:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Working Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 4:30pm

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Access to ongoing training and development programs.

• Work-life balance with flexible scheduling options.

• Permanent work-from-home set-up.

• New equipment supplied.

Position Summary:
As the Senior Accountant / Team Leader, your role will involve mentoring junior staff and ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely financial information to our clients. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in public accounting, strong technical skills, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with their team and our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review complex individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns.

• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards.

• Train junior accountants, providing guidance and support to enhance their professional development.

• Delegate and review tasks of their team members.

• Stay current on changes in tax laws, regulations, and accounting standards, and share knowledge with the team.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality.

Skills:

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in public accounting, with a focus on tax and financial reporting.

• Minimum of 6 years of experience managing a team.

• In-depth knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and accounting standards.

• Proficiency in accounting software Xero and Karbon is advantageous.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

• Superior verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Proven leadership and team management skills.

• High level of integrity and professionalism.

If you are an experienced and dedicated accounting professional looking to advance your career in team leading, we encourage you to apply!