SENIOR TAX & BUSINESS SERVICES ACCOUNTANT – BYRON BAY / HYBRID – PUBLIC PRACTICE – 80K-110K+SUPER (JOB ID 1600)

Are you an experienced Public Practice Accountant looking for a coastal lifestyle, genuine flexibility and a supportive boutique firm environment?

Do you want direct client exposure, a varied portfolio and the ability to work both in-office and remotely without losing team connection or career progression?

Our client is a well-established Chartered Accounting firm based in Byron Bay, supporting a diverse portfolio of business clients across a wide range of industries. With a strong reputation for quality service, low staff turnover, and a genuinely flexible working culture, this is a firm where people stay long-term.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Tax & Business Services Accountant to join a growing team and take ownership of a broad client base while enjoying genuine work-life balance in one of Australia’s most desirable locations.

The Role:

Prepare financial statements, income tax returns, BAS and compliance work

Manage a portfolio of business clients across multiple industries

Work directly with clients, providing day-to-day accounting support and advice

Assist with tax planning and business services engagements

Collaborate with partners and senior accountants on advisory matters

Maintain accurate records using cloud-based accounting systems

Contribute to improving internal processes in a modern, largely paperless environment

About You:

Minimum 3+ years’ experience in Australian public practice

Accounting qualification (required)

Strong Australian experience in business services and tax compliance

Proficient in Xero and/or MYOB (including MYOB AE desirable)

Experience with QuickBooks advantageous

Confident communicator with strong client relationship skills

Able to manage deadlines and work both autonomously and within a team

Australian working rights essential

What’s On Offer:

Salary $80,000 – $110,000 + Super (based on experience)

Hybrid working model with WFH flexibility

Supportive, low-turnover boutique firm culture

Direct client interaction and varied workload

Modern, cloud-based and mostly paperless systems

Strong focus on work/life balance and flexibility

Friendly team of 2 Partners, 11 accountants and 4 admin staff

Ongoing training and professional development

Stable, long-term career opportunity within a growing practice

If you want a role where you can enjoy meaningful client work, flexibility and a genuinely supportive team environment in Byron Bay, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

Please note: This job is based in Australia therefore, only candidates who are permanent residents or citizens of Australia or NZ will be considered.

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