• Balance work from home with collaborative team connection days
• Build diverse accounting experience within a friendly, supportive team
• Promotion opportunity | structured learning and development at all career levels

Grant Thornton Australia is a member firm of the Grant Thornton global network – one of the world's leading independently-owned and managed accounting, advisory and consulting firms.

In Australia, we’re proud to support the careers of over 1,500 remarkable people. With six offices nationally and partner firms in more than 145 markets, wherever you want to go, we can take you there.

About this role

Our growing Private Business Tax & Advisory (PBTA) team is looking for an experienced Associate to join our Sydney office.

Business leaders face many challenges throughout the business lifecycle: from managing daily operations, tax and compliance, to navigating a competitive landscape and planning an exit strategy. As part of our ‘Reach for Remarkable’ brand promise, Grant Thornton’s people are committed to providing a strikingly different client experience that is agile, authentic, and personal.

Key responsibilities

As an experienced Associate in our Sydney PBTA team, you will be responsible for providing a range of tax and accounting services in a timely and efficient manner for manager/partner review, including:

• Preparation of company, partnership, trust and individual tax returns
• Preparation of accounts, BAS, FBT, payroll tax returns and other compliance matters for a broad range of clients, from SMEs to large companies
• Assisting with tax advisory work
• Liaising with the ATO on a regular basis on a range of matters, including seeking remission of ATO penalties and interest
• Build and maintain strong relationships as part of an effective client service delivery team
• Work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to wider firm initiatives across the business

Skills & experience

• At least 2 year’s taxation accounting experience within a chartered accounting environment
• University degree or professional qualification in accounting
• Already hold CA or CTA professional accreditation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities within a deadline-driven environment and be adaptable to work across multiple managers
• Experience in the use of Xero accounting software will be highly regarded

The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $82,000 AUD per annum inclusive of superannuation, dependent on experience and skillset. 

Reach your remarkable

At Grant Thornton we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do remarkable things are possible. We’re a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking. We’re driven by our shared purpose – we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive.

With us, you’ll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities – building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You’ll be supported, motivated and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You’ll be empowered to build a career path that’s tailored to you and encouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we’ll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.

Remarkable perks that put you first:

• 9-day fortnight with no salary reduction
• Balance work from home with collaborative team connection days
• Fully funded gym membership | Health Insurance discounts
• Support to undertake your CA or other post-grad study
• And many more!

Your application

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your application or if you have questions about this role, please contact Marnie Wapshott at GTTalentScouts@au.gt.com

Need some help applying or participating in the recruitment process?

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply, and we warmly encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, those in the LGBTI+ community and individuals who identify as having a disability or are neurodiverse.  Click here for more information about how we support Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Grant Thornton.

Should you require any adaptations to the recruitment process or need any additional support from us to help you perform at your best, we encourage you to select the option when prompted in your application form. Our Talent Acquisition team will then be in touch with you to discuss your preferred method of communication, how we can support you in your application and your individual circumstances.

Alternatively, you can get in contact our Talent Acquisition team at any stage of the recruitment process at via their details above or gttalentscouts@au.gt.com.