SMSF Senior Accountant

The SMSF Senior Accountant will be responsible for a range of tasks to help their self-managed superannuation team deliver timely service to internal and external stakeholders. The core focus is to preparation of income tax returns, financial statements and Activity Statements (BAS/IAS) for superannuation funds (SMSF).

About the Role

SMSF Compliance & Accounting

• Prepare SMSF financial statements, income tax returns, and electronic workpapers using BGL360
• Prepare Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS)
• Prepare and lodge Transfer Balance Account Reports (TBARs) in accordance with ATO requirements
• Monitor and manage SMSF lodgement deadlines
• Liaise with auditors and Australian team members to resolve audit issues efficiently
• Ensure audit documentation is complete, technically sound, and review-ready

Client & Workflow Management

• Liaise with Australian team members regarding technical queries, review notes, and workflow matters
• Prepare draft and final client correspondence for SMSF clients
• Monitor job costs against budgeted and prior-year fees
• Complete system setup tasks for new SMSF clients

Technical Support & Advisory

• Provide SMSF taxation and compliance support in accordance with Australian legislation
• Identify technical issues and escalate complex matters where required

Leadership & Collaboration

Mentor, review, and support junior and intermediate accountants

Act as a key offshore contact for Australian team members

Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

What we are looking for

The role will suit an experienced accountant who is looking for the next step in their Australian accounting professional career. Additionally, the successful candidate will have:

3+ years' experience in business services and Australian Tax Accounting.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Management Accounting, 4 year course that allows enrolment for CPALE or CMA exam (not a pre-requisite to have sat or passed exams)

Strong experience in BGL360.

Working knowledge of Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks

Strong written and verbal English communication skills for communicating with our Australian professional staff and clients

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Effective task and time management skills, awareness of job budgets and productivity targets

Strong commitment to quality service and client relationships

Self-starter with accountability for both personal and professional development

What we offer

Our colleagues are committed, client-focused and enjoy a positive work-life harmony. Bentleys offers a supportive and positive team culture, the opportunity for growth through training and career advancement, and competitive salary packages. In addition, you can expect:

20-day leave credits consumed at your discretion with up to 12 days convertible to cash

Bonus leave – 5 days each FY (based on eligibility)

HMO on hire for yourself and dependent

Onsite training perks of free staff accommodation and travel reimbursement

Personal development opportunities

Flexible working arrangement

Prime CBD location in an eco-friendly building

You may visit our website at https://www.bentleys.com.au/