Senior Accountant - Manager

About RSM Australia

RSM Australia has been helping clients with their audit, tax and consulting needs for over a century. With a team of over 1600 professionals, we are now one of the leading professional services firms in Australia, spanning 32 offices across the country.

About the opportunity:

At RSM Goulburn we are recruiting for a qualified accountant that would be between Senior Accountant to Manager. As a Manager you would be expected to analyse financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities for the Firm’s clients. Managers are also responsible for the management and development of junior staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review work papers and ensure appropriate evidence is documented.
• Applies knowledge of the business environment within which the client is operating and how the client is positioned in the industry.
• Consideration to long term perspective on client’s industry and identifies possible opportunities and risks for the client.
• Advises clients on practical and commercial issues and develops solutions which genuinely add value to the client’s business.
• Shares knowledge, best practices, and industry market trends to actively increase the overall knowledge of the team.
• Meets with clients and can form positive relationships.
• Manages workflow of the team and communicates with partner on a frequent basis on necessary matters.
• Reviews work of junior team members.  
• Ensure processing of information into the Firms systems has been properly recorded.
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with all current, legal, and accounting reporting standards.
• Designs, develops, and analyses financial models.
• Identifies, research and resolve all complex accounting issues.
• Analyses management accounting reports and provides advice to clients.
• Reviews income tax returns for individuals, companies, super funds, partnerships, and trusts.
• Delivers complex tax planning to for clients.

About you:

• Business / Commerce degree with Accounting Major
• Completed CA or equivalent
• 5-7 years’ experience in Professional Services 
• Previous experience managing a team
• Strong Communication Skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Committed to continuing professional development

What can we offer you?

• An organisation that lives and breathes its values of; Integrity in everything; Supporting clients everywhere; Developing and valuing everyone
• An engaged and supportive team that are passionate about encouraging each other to succeed
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Career Development, Personal Development and Learning Opportunities
• Wellness and Lifestyle benefits, including Annual Flu Vaccinations
• Employee Social Events and an active Social Club
• Novated leasing and car benefits
• Access to a range of corporate discounts, including health insurance, banking, and fitness clubs

Life at RSM:

RSM provides a great environment to build skills and confidence and we help our people achieve their best. We are trusted advisors to our clients, so it is critical for us to find the right people for the job on offer. Our network of offices across Australia and around the world allow us to offer a personal service to all our clients regardless of where they are!

The RSM diversity and inclusion strategy is referred to as Diversify.  RSM is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace, where everyone can achieve success.

How to apply:

Are you interested? For immediate consideration please click "Apply Now" and complete our online application form. Know someone who might be suitable? Share with them now!

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