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Are you ready to unlock your true potential?

At Nexia Canberra, potential isn’t just a concept — it’s something we actively develop. We believe in creating an environment where people are supported to grow, contribute ideas, and add value beyond their job description.
While we’re known for accounting and advisory services, our real focus is people. We are proud of our values-driven culture, where collaboration, integrity, and excellence are prioritised to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and our team.

Current opportunity

We are seeking an Accountant to join our Business Services Division. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys managing their own workflow, working directly with clients, and continuing to build strong technical and commercial skills within a supportive professional services environment.
Reporting to a Manager, you will deliver tax compliance and accounting services across a varied client base while contributing to team objectives and firm-wide initiatives.

The role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Independently preparing income tax returns, financial statements, BAS, IAS and FBT returns for individuals, companies, trusts and partnerships
• Assisting with bookkeeping, reconciliations and payroll processing
• Managing jobs from start to finish, including drafting bills and analysing write-ons/write-offs
• Maintaining an understanding of client businesses and identifying opportunities for improvement or advisory input
• Managing workflows and proactively communicating with Managers to ensure timely reviews
• Supporting client meetings and maintaining direct client contact on approved engagements
• Assisting and mentoring junior team members where required
• Contributing to continuous improvement, training, and firm initiatives
• Building referral networks and supporting the growth of the Firm’s fee base

About you To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Progress toward CA qualification
• Prior experience in a professional services firm
• The ability to manage your own workload and meet deadlines with minimal supervision

You will also demonstrate:

• Strong technical accounting and tax compliance skills
• Clear and professional communication with clients and colleagues
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with familiarity in Xero and MYOB (desirable)
• A collaborative mindset and alignment with Nexia Canberra’s values

Life at Nexia

Despite being part of a global network with offices across Australia and internationally, Nexia Canberra offers a close-knit, supportive environment where you are known, valued, and supported.
We provide:

• Ongoing training and professional development
• A positive, inclusive culture that celebrates success
• Opportunities to grow your career while maintaining balance

To learn more about life at Nexia, visit nexia.com.au.

Apply now

If you’re looking to take the next step in your accounting career and this role sounds like the right fit, we’d love to hear from you.

All applications are treated in confidence.

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