Accountant - Business Services

Join a Progressive and Supportive Darwin-Based Firm

We are a well-established, boutique accounting and advisory firm located in Darwin, with a reputation for technical excellence, client care, and a strong community focus. We provide high-quality tax, bookkeeping, and advisory services to companies, trusts, Indigenous corporations, self managed super fund clients, and high-net-worth individuals.

We are seeking an experienced Intermediate Accountant (3–5 years) to take ownership of a portfolio of clients and be the central point of contact for a mix of companies and trusts. This role offers you the opportunity to work closely with senior accountants, and a CA with over 35 years’ experience to deepen your technical skills, and build strong client relationships.

What We Offer

• Mentorship and Career Growth

• Direct mentoring from senior accountants and a CA with over 35 years of experience, providing an excellent pathway for professional development and technical refinement.

• A Technologically Progressive Environment

• Our firm is at the forefront of accounting automation and AI integration, with in-house automation specialists using tools such as Robotic Process Automation, Power BI, Power Automate, and Xero add-ons to streamline processes and deliver high-value advisory services.

• A Supportive, Family-Friendly Team Culture

• We foster a culture that values collaboration, integrity, and wellbeing. Your contribution will be recognised, and your work-life balance respected.

Your Role

Client Relationship Management

• Take the lead as the account manager for your portfolio of clients, building trusted relationships and coordinating day-to-day needs with support from senior accountants and accounting support staff.

• Communication and team collaboration - communicating clearly and professionally with clients and colleagues

Compliance & Advisory Work

• Prepare tax returns, financial statements, and other statements e.g. TPAR, FBT (BAS/IAS), STP finalisations, BAS/IAS for companies, trusts, sole traders and partnerships.

• Guide and review work of junior staff, support the firm’s automation initiatives and assist with client onboarding.

• Work closely with senior staff on advisory matters including tax planning, structuring, and automation integration.

SMSF Mentoring Pathway

Learn to prepare and review Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) compliance work under direct supervision, developing specialist knowledge in this high-value area.

Requirements

• 3–5 years’ recent public practice experience in Australia

• Degree in Accounting (CA/CPA qualification started or completed preferred)

• Working knowledge of Division 7A, CGT, and Small Business Concessions

• Proficiency in Xero (essential), with experience in MYOB and QuickBooks Online (desirable)

• Strong understanding of Australian Taxation Law

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently with attention to detail

• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Salary & Benefits

• Progressive firm with a modern edge - we actively invest in AI, automation, and client experience tools, giving you the opportunity to work smarter and stay ahead of the curve

• Career progression - a pathway to becoming a trusted adviser, with scope to expand your portfolio and deepen your technical skills

• Professional development opportunities - gain daily access to one-on-one mentoring and technical support from our highly experienced senior team

• Warm and respectful team culture