Intermediate Tax & Business Services Accountant - Cairns, North Queensland – Respected Multi-Office Public Practice Firm

INTERMEDIATE TAX & BUSINESS SERVICES ACCOUNTANT - CAIRNS, NORTH QUEENSLAND – RESPECTED MULTI-OFFICE PUBLIC PRACTICE FIRM (JOB ID 850) 

• Are you ready to step beyond graduate-level accounting and take ownership of your own client files? 

• Looking to strengthen your technical foundations, build client exposure, and continue developing your public practice career while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of Cairns? 

Our client is a respected Queensland-based multi-office public practice accounting firm with a strong reputation for delivering practical, high-quality tax, business services, SMSF and advisory solutions. With a diverse client base spanning SMEs, family-owned businesses,and regional enterprises, they are known for long-term client relationships, strong technical standards, and a supportive culture where staff are encouraged to learn, grow, and progress steadily. 

This is an excellent opportunity for an Intermediate Tax & Business Services Accountant to join their established Cairns team. Working closely with senior accountants and managers, you will manage your own compliance workload, develop greater client interaction and expand your technical exposure while benefiting from hands-on support, structured guidance, and clear progression toward Senior Accountant level. 

The Role: 

• Prepare financial statements and income tax returns for individuals, trusts, partnerships and companies 

• Manage BAS preparation and lodgement 

• Assist with tax compliance and advisory matters under senior supervision 

• Communicate directly with clients for information gathering and routine queries 

• Support senior accountants with workflow and client deliverables 

• Maintain strong compliance standards, accuracy, and deadline management 

• Build technical capability and broaden exposure to more complex client matters 

About You: 

• Degree qualified in Accounting or related discipline 

• Currently studying CA or CPA, intending to commence, or recently qualified 

• 2–4 years’ experience within an Australian public practice accounting firm 

• Sound understanding of Australian tax and accounting fundamentals 

• Experience with Xero, MYOB, or similar accounting software 

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail 

• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow 

What’s On Offer: 

• Competitive salary package aligned with experience 

• Supportive team culture with hands-on mentoring and training 

• Exposure to a broad and interesting client base 

• Clear career development pathway toward Senior Accountant 

• Long-term career stability within a respected regional firm 

• Excellent work-life balance in vibrant Cairns 

• Opportunity to combine career progression with an outstanding regional lifestyle 

This opportunity is ideal for an ambitious Intermediate Accountant seeking the next step in public practice. You’ll gain valuable technical development, meaningful client exposure, and structured progression while enjoying the lifestyle and career advantages of living and working in Cairns.