Associate - Private Business Tax And Advisory - Virtual Cfo & International In-Bound

A FIRM THAT IS AS UNIQUE AS YOU

Grant Thornton Australia is a leading audit, tax and advisory firm where care is just as important as capability - because we believe that the experience is just as important as the outcome. With our values at the core, we are creating a unique and constructive culture where we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive.

YOUR LIFE AT GRANT THORNTON

We understand work is just one aspect of your life so along with a competitive salary you'll have access to a wide variety of benefits that focus on you and your wellbeing including

• Flexible working options to support you achieve a more balanced approach to life,
• Free annual gym membership to help keep you flexible, fit, and healthy
• Active employee networks and social committees to get you involved in the things you are passionate about
• Family focused support to suit your parental and/or caregiving needs, including 26 weeks parental leave and a parental leave superannuation scheme
• Mental health and wellbeing resources and coaching so you look after yourself both inside and out.
• Funded CA qualification and additional study support classes to foster continuous learning

We are proud to be a workplace that champions a culture of inclusion and diversity where our people are supported, connected and heard. We recognise the importance of individual flexible work options and family friendly work practices in maintaining diverse, adaptive and high performing teams. To support you we are committed to growing authentic and inclusive leaders who create a vibrant and collaborative working environment. Leaders encourage your unique perspective and support you to be your whole self every day as you steer the career path you planned. Collaboration, Authenticity, Responsibility and Excellence (CARE) are our values and guide us in supporting our people, our clients and our community to thrive.

Grant Thornton strives for equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We strongly encourage female candidates, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people from the LGBTI+ community and people with disability to apply. Click to see more of our inclusive culture in action.

2022 AWEI Silver Employer Award : Family Inclusive Workplace Certified 2021/2022 : Diversity Council of Australia Certified Inclusive Employer 2021/2022

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Owners of private businesses face many challenges throughout the business life cycle - from managing daily operations, tax and compliance, to navigating a competitive landscape and planning an exit strategy. Understanding how to grow our clients' business means you will get involved in a broad range of activities including:

• Previous experience working with international inbound entities and individuals essential
• Ideally have previous exposure on cross boarder tax issues such as thin cap, fx, international tax agreements, IDS
• Experience in vCFO is not essential but highly regarded
• Proficient in Microsoft excel
• Preparation of financial statements, tax returns, BAS, FBT and payroll tax returns for a broad range of clients from SMEs to large companies
• Assisting with tax and accounting advice
• Building relationships with clients
• Develop, coach and inspire junior colleagues
• Work closely with engagement team to deliver client centric results
• Building internal network of Grant Thornton contacts in order to provide a breadth of services to client
• Strong job ownership and proud of work performed/produced
• Using an accounting technology platform that is leading edge amongst all firms across Australia

SOUND LIKE YOU?

Your passion for understanding your clients' businesses will see you go beyond addressing technical issues to developing actionable growth recommendations. This role will suit someone with the following skills, experience and attributes:

• Previous experience in business advisory services within a chartered accounting environment
• Have completed or be in the process of completing CA/ACCA qualification or equivalent qualification
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Be highly motivated with a strong desire to succeed

Only direct applications will be accepted (no agencies please). Please note that we have not engaged any recruitment agencies to represent us for this role.

Advertised: 21 Nov 2022 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: