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