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Accountant, Tax Accountant, Accounting & Finance

Job in City of Albany, Albany, Albany County, New York, 12201, USA
Listing for: ROBERT WALTERS AUSTRALIA
Contract position
Listed on 2026-02-03
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Tax Accountant, Accounting & Finance, Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant
  • Finance & Banking
    Tax Accountant, Accounting & Finance, Financial Reporting
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: City of Albany

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant based in Albany for a well known financial organisation offering growth

Key Responsibilities Compliance

Prepare complete financial statements and tax returns for all entity types, including companies, trusts, partnerships, and sole traders.

Prepare advanced Business Activity Statements (BAS), including PAYG instalment calculations and variations.

Process Division 7A loan accounts, including work papers and minimum repayment calculations.

Process prepayments and employee contributions.

Apply Small Business Entity (SBE) Capital Gains Tax concessions.

Reconcile complex inter-entity loan accounts.

Analyse issues and identify potential risks impacting businesses.

Assist with the purchase and sale of businesses.

Prepare budgets, productivity reports, cash flow forecasts, and other advisory documentation.

Prepare tax estimates and provide tax planning options.

Research tax-related queries and provide practical solutions.

Client Relationship Management

Maintain proactive communication with clients regarding their tax and financial position.

Keep clients informed of legislative and tax developments affecting their business.

Independently liaise with clients to respond to queries and explain technical tax and accounting concepts.

Draft complex correspondence and formal recommendations to clients.

Provide advice on tax strategies, business activities, and projected future revenues and expenses.

Recommend and implement improvements to client internal procedures.

Lead client meetings alongside Managers or Partners when required.

Provide a range of additional business services as required.

Other

Maintain working knowledge of various accounting software packages.

Attend professional development and training sessions.

Stay up to date with legislation and taxation developments impacting clients.

Undertake other duties as required.

Key Outcomes

Client financial statements and tax returns are completed within budget and agreed time frames.

Advice provided to clients is accurate, considered, and appropriate.

Strong and consistent client communication is maintained.

Effective integration and collaboration within the broader team is achieved.

Qualifications and Competencies Experience

5+ year's experience in accounting within a public practice environment.

Experience managing and servicing a portfolio of clients.

Skills and Knowledge

Completion of an accounting qualification.

CPA or CA qualification, or currently working towards completion (desirable).

Strong knowledge of accounting and tax compliance.

Proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships.

Highly motivated with a strong work ethic.

High level of attention to detail.

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Ability to independently resolve complex technical and procedural matters.

Strong research capabilities.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency in a range of accounting software applications.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.

To apply please click apply or call Cowin Ray on  for a confidential discussion.

Contract Type:
Permanent

Specialism:
Accountancy & Finance

Workplace Type:
On-site

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location:

Albany

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