Job title: Business Services Accountant
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Financial Services
Salary type: Annual
Salary: negotiable
Location: Chatswood, NSW
Job published: 22-01-2025
Job ID: 115625
Contact name: Samantha Fisher
Phone number: +61405994948
Contact email: samantha@charterhouse.com.au

Job Description

Business Services Accountant | Chatswood - $70-88k package 

Charterhouse are proud to partner with a progressive Accounting & Financial Planning firm in Chatswood

Charterhouse is working closely with a modern, forward-thinking 5-partner firm in Chatswood that provides exceptional services across accounting and financial planning. With a team of 34 professionals, supported by offshore staff, they are dedicated to creating a supportive, innovative, and flexible working environment.

The Firm:

  • 5 partner firm with 34 staff in total + Offshore staff in the Philippines & India (13 in the business services team, 12 in FP)  
  • Software: Xero practice manager, and FYI docs, smart work papers, and Class Super. 
  • Culture: autonomous environment, 3 days work from home plus flexible working arrangement, casual attire, friendly, professional, hands-off approach, with supportive mentors.
  • Clients: A diverse portfolio ranging from family-run businesses ($500k–$10m) to larger entities ($20m–$30m) and high-net-worth individuals, including complex C-suite and executive-level clients.
  • Work Flexibility: 3 days working from home, flexible start/finish times, and an emphasis on work-life balance.

Why Join?

  • Fully funded professional education and clear career progression pathways, supported by individual development plans.
  • A low staff turnover and a strong focus on team engagement, with quarterly events and a friendly, collaborative environment.
  • Competitive benefits, including discretionary bonuses (ranging from $1–3k in year one to $10–30k+ with tenure).
  • Comprehensive training, including weekly technical sessions, soft skills development, and leadership programs guided by business coaches.

The Role:
As a Business Services Accountant, you will work closely with Managers to service a portfolio of clients. Key responsibilities include:

  • Preparing financial statements and tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts, and companies.
  • BAS/IAS preparation and lodgements.
  • Providing high-quality business and taxation advice, including tax planning, budgeting, and cash flow forecasts.
  • Building and maintaining positive client relationships, including attending client meetings.
  • Identifying and resolving complex accounting issues with support from Managers.

Office Hours:
8:30am–5pm with flexibility around start and finish times.

Benefits:

  • Chatswood location with excellent transport links.
  • A flexible working model, including 3 days WFH.
  • Progression opportunities in a supportive environment.
  • Quarterly team events and a vibrant office culture.

If this role resonates with you, or if you would like to discuss other opportunities, please reach out to Sam at Charterhouse - samantha@charterhouse.com.au, or apply using the link. 

Join this forward-thinking team and take your career to the next level!