Australian Accounting

Working knowledge of Australian accounting concepts, such as basic financial statements, GST/BAS concepts, and simple income tax return components.

Understanding of what information Australian accountants require for GST and income tax preparation (e.g., reconciliations, source documents, year-end schedules).

Ability to prepare clean and well-organised workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for review by senior accountants.

Ability to work within the workflow of an Australian accounting or bookkeeping practice.

Comfortable following checklists, documented procedures, and accountant review notes.

Strong reconciliation skills across bank, payroll, and balance sheet accounts.

Ability to prepare year-end schedules (depreciation, provisions, accruals, loan schedules) and tidy-up workpapers.

Familiarity with accounting-firm deadlines, BAS cycles, and year-end workflows.

Good communication skills to clarify queries with accountants or client managers.

Working knowledge of Xero; familiarity with XPM or similar practice management platforms is advantageous.