This is a Senior Accountant role with BDO Australia based in Melbourne, VIC, AU BDO Australia Role Seniority - senior More about the Senior Accountant role at BDO Australia About BDO At BDO Australia, our why is ‘empowering people, realising possibilities’. One way we bring this to life is by hiring and developing exceptional talent, to deliver on our wide array of audit, tax and advisory services. About the Role We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Business Services team based in Melbourne. With a strong focus on delivering high-quality compliance and advisory services to SMEs, private family groups, and high-net-worth individuals, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to work across a diverse range of industries. We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented professional who is ready to take the next step in their career. You’ll be supported in your continued development across technical, business development and people capabilities, so that you can successfully progress within our firm. About the Team The Business Services group ensures our clients’ success by adding value in every aspect of their business through the provision of world-class strategic advisory and compliance services. BDO's business advisers understand growth and success in the Australian and international markets and focus on helping our clients understand their business and provide practical strategies to help them succeed. Responsibilities include: Preparing financial statements in accordance with regulatory, accounting, and financial reporting standards Preparing income tax returns for companies, trusts, and high-net-worth individuals Delivering outsourced finance function and CFO advisory services, including management reporting and three-way forecasting Providing a range of business and tax advisory services Supporting client relationships and liaising directly with clients and internal stakeholders Assisting in mentoring and supporting junior team members About You Our ideal candidate is a high achiever by nature and thrives on delivering successful outcomes combined with your highly developed commercial skills and genuine desire to provide bespoke solutions to our clients. We’re also looking for the following skills and attributes: clear and effective communications skills and the ability to relate to others can adapt style to suit different audiences, and ability to explain complex issues in simple terms self-driven and assumes responsibility and accountability for jobs allocated to them and striving to adhere to short- and long-term deadlines strong digital skills including a good working knowledge of MS Office applications, cloud accounting platforms and add-ons an innovative and growth mindset that can bring new ideas to the table Qualifications and Experience Prior accounting experience in an accounting firm environment will be highly regarded CA/CPA qualified is a must General consulting exposure to a range of clients. Why BDO? Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm. Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services. Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways. We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible. Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, free breakfast, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support. Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program. With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience. Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive). We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia and an Employer of Choice by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the BDO Australia team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Preparing financial statements Preparing income tax returns Delivering outsourced finance function Key Strengths ️ Clear and effective communication skills Strong digital skills ♂️ Self-driven and accountable Innovative mindset Adaptability General consulting exposure Why BDO Australia is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with BDO Australia not with Hatch.
