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Senior Accountant

Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia

Shape Your Career as a Senior Accountant

At Bentleys Queensland, you’re more than just an accountant—you’re a trusted guide, helping businesses navigate challenges and seize opportunities. Your expertise fuels their success, and your insights make a real difference.

We believe in doing things differently. Our four core values—Insightful, Authentic, Dynamic, and Connected—define everything we do. You'll be empowered to make meaningful contributions, work with integrity, adapt to new challenges, and build lasting relationships.

You deserve to work in an environment that values your skills, supports your growth, and gives you the space to thrive. At Bentleys, you’ll be part of a team that genuinely cares about your success.

What You’ll Be Doing

Client Advisory

  • Use your insightful expertise to manage a portfolio of clients, providing strategic business and tax advice.
  • Build authentic client relationships, becoming their go-to advisor for business operations, regulatory compliance, restructures, and succession planning.
  • Conduct financial modelling and strategic planning to drive business growth.
  • Guide clients through complex tax matters, asset sales, acquisitions, and operational challenges.

Review & Quality Assurance

  • Mentor and review the work of junior team members, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
  • Provide dynamic feedback and guidance to help your team grow.
  • Manage workflow efficiently, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining high-quality outcomes.
  • Work collaboratively with Managers and Partners to strengthen team performance and client service.

Technical Excellence

  • Prepare financial statements and tax returns for individuals, private companies, trusts, and SMSFs.
  • Handle fringe benefits tax, payroll matters, and tax planning with confidence.
  • Stay ahead of legislative changes, ensuring clients remain compliant while maximizing opportunities.

Why You’ll Love This Role

  • Make a Real Impact: Your work directly contributes to the success of businesses, ensuring they make informed and strategic decisions.
  • A Team That Supports You: You’ll be part of a connected team that values your expertise and supports your development.
  • Opportunities for Growth: Advance your career with structured development, mentoring, and leadership opportunities.
  • A Reputation for Excellence: Join a firm that has built trust and success over 75 years by staying authentic and forward-thinking.

Is This You?

You’re a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You love working with clients, enjoy mentoring others, and you’re ready to step into a role with greater autonomy and impact.

  • CA/CPA-qualified (or on your way) with a degree in Accounting, Business, or Commerce.
  • 3-5+ years’ experience in Business Services, ideally with leadership or mentoring experience.
  • Strong project management skills with a goal-oriented and dynamic mindset.
  • A commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
  • Excellent communication skills—you know how to build authentic relationships with clients, Managers, and Partners.

Your Benefits at Bentleys

At Bentleys, we invest in your growth and well-being. Here’s how we support you:

  • Career Development: Access to the Bentleys Learning Pathway Program and financial support for your CA/CPA qualification.
  • Extra Time Off: Enjoy bonus annual leave, a purchased leave scheme, and paid parental leave.
  • Financial Perks: Salary packaging options to maximize your take-home pay.
  • Direct Access to Leaders: Work closely with senior staff and Partners who support your career progression.
  • A Thriving Social Culture: Join social and networking events, corporate volunteering, and sporting activities.
  • Health & Well-being:
    • 50% off Goodlife Gym memberships
    • Annual health screenings & flu vaccinations
    • Nutrition workshops
    • Fully funded sporting events like Corporate Games & Bridge to Brisbane
    • Free fruit and mental health support via our Employee Assistance Program
  • A Modern Workplace: Work in an eco-friendly office with a 5.5-star NABERS rating, featuring modern end-of-trip facilities and a Dress for Your Day policy.

About us

Bentleys Queensland is a full-service advisory and accounting firm with 25 Partners/Directors and almost 200 staff operating across 3 offices. We have a history of over 75 years in providing professional and dependable support across business & strategic advisory, accounting, taxation, audit, international & investment advisory, risk & assurance, corporate recovery & insolvency, technology & innovation, self-managed superannuation, HR, finance & lending and wealth management.

Opportunities like this at Bentleys don’t come up often. Click the Apply button to start your application.

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