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We are currently seeking a near or newly qualified Chartered Accountant to join our close-knit, high-performing team and support the delivery of quality statutory financial reporting and audit readiness solutions across a diverse range of large entities, unlocking your potential for growth and impact.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering statutory financial reporting and audit readiness support to a diverse range of clients. With a spotlight on sectors such as Financial Services, Construction, Automotive Dealerships, Energy and Healthcare, you will be at the forefront of delivery and provide invaluable support to our clients during their crucial reporting seasons through structured projects, backed by our processes and technology solutions.
As our portfolio continues to grow through organic expansion, we are excited to welcome a new team member who will contribute significantly to ensuring seamless delivery throughout the bustling 2026 financial reporting season and beyond.
Responsibilities include:
Supporting the audit process for large proprietary and listed companies ranging in size and industry, by providing necessary documentation and explanations of financial transactions and reporting practices
Completion of planning schedules, including detailed timelines and engagement planning
Analysis and documentation of likely audit and accounting standard or broader engagement issues and working with the manager to resolve these
Collecting relevant financial information from various sources within the organisation and or external to the organisation
Preparing workpapers to support or year-end delivery, ensuring transactions are properly documented and supported with relevant evidence
Preparing financial reports that comply with relevant accounting standards, regulations, and company policies
Presenting financial reports to stakeholders in a clear and understandable manner
Meeting or exceeding promised delivery timeframes and service quality at all times, and by doing so raising our brand awareness and contributing to the growth of our business
Continuous improvement: continuously reviewing and improving financial reporting processes and systems to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness
Skills/Attributes Required:
Sound understanding of accounting principles, regulations and standards including tax effect accounting
Strong analytical skills to dissect financial data
Attention to detail and accuracy
Proficiency in relevant software tools and spreadsheets for financial analysis
Excellent numerical abilities
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines with the support of experienced managers
Ethical integrity and professionalism
Leadership capabilities to mentor and guide junior staff
Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with industry trends and regulations
Qualifications and Experience required:
Experience in preparing complex financial reports and applying accounting standards is essential to your success in this role
CA qualified or near CA qualified (or overseas equivalent)
Audit experience strongly preferred, otherwise familiarity with and experience of the audit process from the preparer side essential.
Why BDO?
Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm.
Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.
Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways.
We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible.
Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.
Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.
With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience.
Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive).
We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2025-2026 by Diversity Council of Australia and a 2024-2025 Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).
BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview process, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]
