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2026-OCT-14 to 2026-NOV-15
ACCOUNTANT (GENERAL) HPC ACCOUNTING PTY LTD TAMWORTH NSW 2340 FULL-TIME, PERMANENT SALARY $85K to $95K PER ANNUM
Position Summary
HPC Accounting Pty Ltd provides taxation, accounting, business advisory, financial reporting and compliance services to individuals, businesses, trusts and self-managed superannuation funds. We also conduct annual audits for not-for-profit organisations and provide management accounting services to Aboriginal Health Services.
The Accountant (General) will deliver accounting, taxation and advisory services, manage a portfolio of clients and ensure compliance with Australian accounting, taxation and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Accounting: Prepare annual financial statements for companies, trusts, partnerships and sole traders. Prepare management reports, cash-flow forecasts and financial projections. Analyse financial performance, reconcile accounts and maintain accurate records.
Taxation: Prepare and lodge income tax returns, BAS, IAS and GST returns. Provide taxation planning and compliance advice. Liaise with the Australian Taxation Office regarding client matters.
Business Advisory: Assist clients with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning. Analyse profitability and recommend improvements to financial management and operational efficiency. Provide advice on business structures and financial decisions.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards, taxation legislation and relevant corporate requirements. Prepare ASIC and other statutory compliance documentation. Maintain accurate client records and working papers.
Client Management: Manage a portfolio of business and individual clients. Meet with clients to discuss financial performance, taxation and compliance obligations. Maintain professional relationships and respond promptly to enquiries.
Financial Systems: Use accounting systems including Xero, MYOB, Reckon and other cloud-based platforms. Assist clients with bookkeeping systems and software implementation. Review financial controls and recommend improvements.
Professional Duties: Maintain client confidentiality and high ethical standards. Remain current with accounting, taxation and legislative changes. Undertake professional development and guide junior staff where required.
Essential Selection Criteria:
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher qualification in Accounting or a closely related discipline. Membership of IPA, CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, or willingness to obtain membership.
Experience: At least five years of relevant post-qualification accounting experience. Experience preparing financial statements, taxation returns and compliance reports. Knowledge of Australian accounting and taxation requirements is highly desirable.
Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving and numerical skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Advanced Microsoft Excel and cloud-accounting software skills. Ability to manage multiple client files, priorities and deadlines.
Knowledge: The successful applicant should understand: Australian Accounting Standards and taxation law. GST, BAS, payroll and financial reporting requirements. Budgeting, business advisory and corporate compliance. Accounting and financial-management systems.
Core Competencies: Professional judgement and ethical conduct. Financial analysis and attention to detail. Client relationship management and communication. Teamwork, organisation and commercial awareness.
Physical Requirements: This office-based role involves extended periods of computer work, document preparation and client consultation.
SALARY $85K to $95K PER ANNUM



