Taxation Accountant

About Us

LSM & Co Chartered Accountants is a professional accounting firm providing taxation, compliance, and advisory services to individuals, SMEs, trusts, and corporate clients. Our services include tax compliance, business structuring, GST and income tax preparation, BAS/IAS lodgements, financial reporting, and tax planning. We operate in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment focused on accuracy, client service, and adherence to Australian taxation legislation and accounting standards.

Role Overview

We are seeking a qualified Taxation Accountant to join our professional team. This role involves managing taxation compliance, preparing and lodging tax returns, and providing tax advisory support to a diverse client portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Australian taxation laws, supporting tax planning activities, and delivering high-quality accounting and taxation services.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and lodge income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, and partnerships
• Apply Australian taxation legislation, rulings, and compliance requirements in daily practice
• Prepare and review Business Activity Statements (BAS), Instalment Activity Statements (IAS), and GST returns
• Maintain and reconcile financial records to ensure accuracy in taxation reporting
• Calculate taxable income, deductions, offsets, and tax liabilities in accordance with legislation
• Provide taxation advice on compliance obligations, deductions, and tax planning strategies
• Assist clients with business structuring and tax-effective arrangements (sole trader, partnership, company, trust)
• Support compliance obligations including Capital Gains Tax (CGT), Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT), and payroll tax
• Liaise with clients to obtain financial information and resolve accounting and tax matters
• Prepare supporting working papers and assist with financial statement preparation
• Identify discrepancies in financial records and recommend appropriate adjustments
• Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and taxation reporting requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation for audit, regulatory, and compliance purposes

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher qualification in Accounting, Commerce, Finance, or a closely related field
• Qualification must be relevant to accounting and taxation practice and comparable to Australian standards
• CPA or CA qualification, or progress toward completion, is highly regarded
• Minimum 1 year of full-time, relevant experience in taxation accounting and/or public practice accounting
• Demonstrated experience preparing and lodging income tax returns, BAS, IAS, and GST returns
• Proven ability to apply Australian taxation legislation and compliance requirements in a professional setting
• Experience in client-facing accounting roles within public practice is highly regarded
• Ability to perform effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced professional environment

What We Offer

• Exposure to a diverse client portfolio across multiple industries
• Supportive and professional team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Competitive remuneration package
• Clear career progression pathways within the firm