4 –5 years’ relevant experience as an Accountant within a similar role in a Big4, BPO or Accounting Practice. Please refer to the job advert for further information.
SPS Consultants is an Australian boutique Accounting and Consulting firm founded in 2015 in Melbourne, servicing clients from multiple industries. We are a growing practice, seeking a Senior Accountant to lead a small team of Accountants at our office in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Organizational Summary
We are an Australian boutique Accounting and Consulting firm founded in 2015 in Melbourne, servicing clients from multiple industries. We provide Accounting, Taxation, Bookkeeping and Business Advisory services for Small and Medium Size Business and private clients across Australia. Our tightly knitted team is growing, and we are seeking an experienced team member to join our team in Colombo, Sri Lanka. We are a team-oriented practice with growth mindset, pride ourselves in providing exceptional customer service, where Partners and staff work closely together to achieve our common goals.
Position Summary
We are a growing practice, seeking a Senior Accountant to lead a small team of Accountants at our office in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Our ideal candidate will come from a reputable Accounting or Advisory Firm serving small to medium client base, both businesses and individual client base in Sri Lanka or for an overseas firm. This position will offer attractive salary, career progression, personal development and a potential pathway to join our team in Australia in a long run (subject to Australian immigration requirements) for the right candidate.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Work closely with the partners and prepare, review and audit Tax Statements, financial Statements and BAS statements and business tax returns (Individual/Trust/Company) by adhering to Australian Taxation and compliance for our clients
- Work as a conduit to the Australian team to liaise with the team in Sri Lanka by maintaining strong lines of communication with key stakeholders to ensure the smooth operation of the organisation at both locations
- Providing analytical support to the Partners and key Clients in key project
- Be the subject matter expert to Support the team in Sri Lanka with day-to-day challenges
- Working closely with the Partners and Operations Manager to achieve organisational, team and personal milestones
- Perform day to day bookkeeping in various Accounting Software
- Positively contribute to and foster a safe and respectful workplace culture and environment where fellow team members can thrive
- While the principal duties of this position are as above, the post holder may be required to undertake other duties from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience
Academic & Certifications
- Relevant tertiary or post-graduate qualifications, preferably encompassing one or more of business, finance, commerce or management related field highly regarded.
- CA/CIMA/CPA qualified, studying or upon commencement
- Xero Certification is mandatory (Payroll & Advisor) or willing to obtain one upon joining
- MYOB & QuickBooks certifications are added advantage
Experience
- 4 –5 years’ relevant experience as an Accountant within a similar role in a Big4, BPO or Accounting Practice
- 3+ years’ Leadership experience in an Accounting role, preferably in a consulting/ client facing environment
- Clearly follow tight deadlines by adhering to SPS SOPs
- Adequate knowledge in Xero Workflowmax, Xero and CCH
- Strong Communication and Presentation skills (Verbal & Written)Advanced MS Excel skills, including experience with Visual Basic preferred
- Proven ability to quickly gain proficiency in extracting relevant data from another comparable warehouse/enterprise management system for analysis and reporting highly regarded
- Proficient in Microsoft 365
- Moderate understanding of Australian Taxation, Payroll and Superannuation systems
Personal
- High level analytical and problem-solving skills while paying attention to detail and data accuracy
- Self-directed with strong organization skills
- Ability to manage multiple clients’ files simultaneously to completion and meet tight deadlines
- Flexibility to accommodate changing priorities and unexpected requests
- Action and results oriented
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills
- Ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders
- Well-developed presentation and liaison skills
Why us
- We are a customer centric boutique firm growing naturally. Will be an ideal opportunity for the right candidate to grow and develop with us while learning Australian Taxation and compliance
- Attractive Salary for the right candidate with relevant skills and proven experience
- Genuine career progression and personal development opportunities to enhance your career in Accounting/ Finance and Consulting sectors
- Hybrid and flexible working environment to have work life balance
- Financial support for personal and professional development for proven candidates who deliver to the agreed goals and milestones
Mandatory Requirements
- Sri Lankan Police Clearance Certificate obtained in the last 3 months
- Two Professional Referees – one must be the current line manager
- Ability to travel to Australia once or twice/ year
Attractive Salary and Career Progression towards CPA Australia for the right candidate
Role Reports to - Operations Manager, Melbourne Australia
Working Hours - Mon – Fri 9.00 AM – 5.00 PM (Sri Lankan Time, occasionally need to work to Australian Time)
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