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Our people love to work for us, here’s why!

• Officially B-Corp Certified, a Certified Great Place to Work 2023 and 2021 Best Workplaces winner!

• Competitive salary, free weekly lunches, awesome social events (including a social club – winery tours to museum tours), flexible working arrangements, and amazing headquarters in the CBD.
• Receive mentoring and coaching from industry leaders and plenty of opportunities for growth and promotion.
• Learning and development including internal and external training programs to build your career skills.
• An inclusive and diverse workplace culture centered on health, wellbeing and fun.
• The ability to salary sacrifice for their very own BlueRock shares
• Gym membership after one year of tenure and mobile phone allowance after 6 months!
• We have our very own BlueRock public holidays to give our people the day off, on us!

For more amazing perks of working at BlueRock and employee benefits – head to our careers page!

How to apply

If this sounds like you, then please click on the "Apply" button and follow the prompts. If you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point on the job description – please still apply. We’d love to see if you could be a great fit and we can't wait to meet you! 

For any questions regarding this opportunity or if you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please reach out to [email protected].

BlueRock is a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

For this role, only candidates with the eligible right to work in Australia will be considered.

Please be advised that BlueRock or any of its related or controlled entities do not accept unsolicited contact or resumes from Recruitment Agencies. 

Even in 2023 it needs to be said, BlueRock is a workplace committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, citizenship, colour, disability, gender and gender identity, marital status, nationality, race, sexual orientation, or veteran status.    

Retinue Accounting was founded on the belief that small business accounting support should be customer service focused, proactive and forward-looking, and upfront about fees and charges. Our fixed fee subscription model ensures our clients have peace of mind that we’ll give them the right advice, at the right time, at the right price with no hidden additional costs. 
We're more than a business – we're a team driven by our values and actions. Adaptability, commitment, and humility fuel our client-centered approach. We honour our promises, promote transparency, and move swiftly with purpose. We embrace new challenges, and proactively raise issues with a solutions mindset, knowing it takes a team effort to build a successful business.

Due to the rapid growth and success of our business, we're expanding our Tax services team in Sydney. Reporting to the Business Services Manager, you will supervise and mentor Junior and Business Services Accountants both in Sydney and offshore, to support a portfolio of small business customers, ensuring they have set their finances up for success.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, allocate and review accounting work completed by junior members, all while fostering a supportive working environment
• Supervise and mentor a team of tax accountants, providing guidance, support, and training as needed
• Assist in tax compliance for individual and business clients, including reviewing tax returns, resolving any discrepancies, and optimising tax strategies
• Act as a primary point of contact for the Tax division, addressing inquiries, providing tax advice, and promoting strong client relationships
• Collaborate with senior management to assist in the development of tax planning strategies, identify opportunities for process improvement, and implement best practices
• Conduct regular quality checks on tax filings to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulations and company standards
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations, conduct research on tax-related issues, and provide recommendations based on findings

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA / CA certification preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tax accounting, with demonstrated expertise in individual and corporate tax
• Strong knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Proven experience in supervising and leading a team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex tax concepts in a clear and concise manner
• Proficiency in Xero (including Xero Tax) and Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• $115-$125k + super depending on experience
• Flexible working options available, ability to work from home following probation
• Financial support with any formal studies and industry licenses and registrations
• Great North Sydney location close to public transport, with beautiful serviced offices and world-class amenities
• Regular in-office and off-site social gatherings, and ongoing engagement activities to support professional development and team building.
• Employee referral programs, help us grow our business and be rewarded!
• Exceptional professional growth. We are growing quickly and are continually creating new opportunities across the business. This includes management and leadership opportunities, new roles to fit the needs of the business, lateral opportunities etc

Our Commitment

At Retinue, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are crucial to our success. We recognize that diversity goes beyond race and ethnicity, and includes differences in gender, orientation, age, religion, ability, and more. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels comfortable being themselves and can fully contribute their talents and skills. We are dedicated to building a workplace that values and respects individuals from all backgrounds and experiences. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, ability, or other differences.

Apply now to join our team and contribute to the success of Australian small business!

Retinue Accounting was founded on the belief that small business accounting support should be customer service focused, proactive and forward-looking, and upfront about fees and charges. Our fixed fee subscription model ensures our clients have peace of mind that we’ll give them the right advice, at the right time, at the right price with no hidden additional costs. 
We're more than a business – we're a team driven by our values and actions. Adaptability, commitment, and humility fuel our client-centered approach. We honour our promises, promote transparency, and move swiftly with purpose. We embrace new challenges, and proactively raise issues with a solutions mindset, knowing it takes a team effort to build a successful business.

Due to our quickly expanding client base, we're looking for Senior Financial Accountants to join our expanding team. If you come from public practice, but are looking for a change that offers flexibility, travel and the ability to manage your own portfolio of clients, then this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Mentoring mid-level and junior staff through reviewing work, providing clear, concise and supportive feedback within a culture-focused environment
• Preparation and review of monthly management reports, budgets and cash flow forecasts for clients’ businesses
• Explaining the key insights from financial information and management reporting to small business owners, in a clear and simple manner
• Utilising Xero to build dashboards that deliver accurate and timely financial insights 
• Prioritising and handling multiple tasks and jobs effectively, while still maintaining high-quality work
• Being the focal point for all queries and advice from your clients, ensuring they get the support they need from our services
• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with your clients, working with them to achieve their business goals.
• Remaining current on industry trends, changes in regulations and best practices, and effectively communicating this information to clients in a clear and simple manner

Requirements

• Degree qualified with minimum 2-4 years’ experience in public practice
• CPA or CA qualified
• This role can require some travel to our clients businesses. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle on weekdays is required
• Experience working with small business clients
• Proficiency in Xero and Xero Practice Manager
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage a portfolio of clients and review the work of junior staff

Benefits

• $100,000-$120,000 + super (depending on experience) + company mobile + km allowance
• Financial support with any formal studies and industry licenses and registrations
• Yearly overseas holiday for our top performers across the business
• Regular social gatherings, conferences and ongoing engagement activities to support professional development and team building
• Employee and client referral programs, help us grow our business and be rewarded!
• Exceptional professional growth. We are growing quickly and are continually creating new opportunities across the business. This includes management and leadership opportunities, new roles to fit the needs of the business, lateral opportunities etc.

Our Commitment

At Retinue, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are crucial to our success. We recognize that diversity goes beyond race and ethnicity, and includes differences in gender, orientation, age, religion, ability, and more. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels comfortable being themselves and can fully contribute their talents and skills. We are dedicated to building a workplace that values and respects individuals from all backgrounds and experiences. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, ability, or other differences.

Apply now to join our team and contribute to the success of Australian small business!

Retinue Accounting was founded on the belief that small business accounting support should be customer service focused, proactive and forward-looking, and upfront about fees and charges. Our fixed fee subscription model ensures our clients have peace of mind that we’ll give them the right advice, at the right time, at the right price with no hidden additional costs. 
We're more than a business – we're a team driven by our values and actions. Adaptability, commitment, and humility fuel our client-centered approach. We honour our promises, promote transparency, and move swiftly with purpose. We embrace new challenges, and proactively raise issues with a solutions mindset, knowing it takes a team effort to build a successful business.

Due to our exponential growth and quickly expanding client base, we're looking for Senior Financial Accountants to join our team. If you come from public practice but are looking for a more rewarding, client-facing role with a business that prioritises growth, purpose and a values focused culture, then this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Mentoring mid-level and junior staff through reviewing work, providing clear, concise and supportive feedback within a culture-focused environment
• Preparation and review of monthly management reports, budgets and cash flow forecasts for clients’ businesses
• Explaining the key insights from financial information and management reporting to small business owners, in a clear and simple manner
• Utilising Xero to build dashboards that deliver accurate and timely financial insights 
• Prioritising and handling multiple tasks and jobs effectively, while still maintaining high-quality work
• Being the focal point for all queries and advice from your clients, ensuring they get the support they need from our services
• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with your clients, working with them to achieve their business goals.
• Remaining current on industry trends, changes in regulations and best practices, and effectively communicating this information to clients in a clear and simple manner

Requirements

• Degree qualified with minimum 2-4 years’ experience in public practice
• CPA or CA qualified
• Experience working with small business clients
• Proficiency in Xero and Xero Practice Manager
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage a portfolio of clients and review the work of junior staff

Benefits

• $100,000-$120,000 + super (depending on experience) + company mobile + km allowance
• Financial support with any formal studies and industry licenses and registrations
• Yearly overseas holiday for our top performers across the business
• Spacious office space in North Sydney with great amenities (coffee machine, pool table, table tennis), close to public transport, cafes, gyms and retail 
• Regular social gatherings, conferences and ongoing engagement activities to support professional development and team building
• Employee and client referral programs, help us grow our business and be rewarded!
• Exceptional professional growth. We are growing quickly and are continually creating new opportunities across the business. This includes management and leadership opportunities, new roles to fit the needs of the business, lateral opportunities etc.

Our Commitment

At Retinue, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are crucial to our success. We recognize that diversity goes beyond race and ethnicity, and includes differences in gender, orientation, age, religion, ability, and more. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels comfortable being themselves and can fully contribute their talents and skills. We are dedicated to building a workplace that values and respects individuals from all backgrounds and experiences. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, ability, or other differences.

Apply now to join our team and contribute to the success of Australian small business!

About OES

Online Education Services (OES) is a leader in online education, helping universities elevate student experiences in a digital era. With a proven collaboration process with universities, we have cultivated several transformative and long-lasting partnerships.

Our dynamic global team shares a vision to transform the student experience through innovation and collaboration. OES people are leaders in their respective fields, ensuring best practice strategic thinking is delivered in every element of our partnerships.

When you work at OES, you’re empowered to impact.

The Opportunity

The primary purpose of this role is the preparation of monthly management accounts and analysis of the financial information. Along with the preparation of reports, key responsibilities include reconciliations and maintenance of accounts, providing support to creditors and payroll processes, completion of BAS/FBT, completing month end procedures such as payroll, closing books, accruals, tax etc and providing detail analysis on monthly reports to the wider business/executive team.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in accounting/commerce 
• CPA or equivalent or working towards this or a similar qualification is required  
• Experience with accounting software i.e. Great Plains & Preceda or similar
• Excellent written and spoken English  
• Strong interpersonal skills to build robust working relationships within a dynamic team environment. 

• Ability to analyse and communicate financial information 
• Proven ability to prepare a set of management accounts from start to finish 

What’s in it for you?

Along with joining a passionate, energetic and highly skilled team, this role will allow you to gain exposure to many growth and development opportunities. OES offers a hybrid, flexible approach to work, where we work 2-3 days from our state-of-the-art Cremorne office, and the rest from home (or wherever you choose!). Breakfast, snacks, table tennis, Nintendo Switch are all available in the office, as well as an in-house massage therapist and weekly staff drinks. Ultimately, you will be joining a values-driven, collaborative business where your creativity and innovation will be nurtured and celebrated.

If this role is of interest, please apply now with your updated CV.

Retinue Accounting was founded on the belief that small business accounting support should be customer service focused, proactive and forward-looking, and upfront about fees and charges. Our fixed fee subscription model ensures our clients have peace of mind that we’ll give them the right advice, at the right time, at the right price with no hidden additional costs. 
We're more than a business – we're a team driven by our values and actions. Adaptability, commitment, and humility fuel our client-centered approach. We honour our promises, promote transparency, and move swiftly with purpose. We embrace new challenges, and proactively raise issues with a solutions mindset, knowing it takes a team effort to build a successful business.

Reporting into our Head of Service, you will work in a team alongside our Junior Accountants and Snr. Accountants to support a portfolio of small business customers to ensure they have set their finances up for success. You will be responsible for overseeing the work completed by our Junior Accountants alongside other key statutory requirements and compliance/management reporting. You're passionate about your work and understand the significant impact that timely and relevant financial insights can have on the growth and success of small business. We have a clear career trajectory within this role with career pathways to Snr. Financial roles, Management and further. We plan to scale quickly and are funded for high growth, meaning there will be further future opportunities across all areas of our business. We are a culture focused, values-based company and we are looking for adaptable individuals who are ready to help us build our business from day one.

You’re an experienced accountant, ideally in public practice who genuinely cares about seeing their clients succeed and is looking for a role where your proactive, client first attitude is recognised and rewarded.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing accounting work completed by our Junior Accountants
• Preparation of statutory lodgements (BAS, GST, payroll tax etc)
• Preparation of monthly management reports and financial insights
• Preparation of all periodic tax returns and compliance reporting
• Supporting our Senior Accountants with key business performance metrics
• Ensuring our clients have an exceptional experience in every interaction with you

Requirements

• Degree qualification with minimum 2 years’ experience in a public practice environment
• CPA or CA qualified or working towards qualification
• Proficiency in Xero and Xero payroll
• Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively
• Ideally experienced in managing a portfolio of clients
• Great written and verbal communication skills. This role will require a high level of verbal communication with your peers, Leadership and clients
• Enjoy working in a small but growing team, focused on delivering to their clients

Benefits

• $80k + super salary
• Flexible working options available, ability to work from home following probation
• Get closer to the customer, you will have opportunities to deal with our clients directly alongside our Senior Accountant/Accounting Partner
• Exceptional professional growth. We are well funded and plan to scale quickly, this will open up continued new opportunities across the business. This will include (but not limited to) Snr roles, leadership opportunities, new roles to fit the needs of the business, lateral opportunities etc.
• Professional development. You will be working with fantastic business leaders and entrepreneurs who have proven track record scaling start-up businesses fast
• Being an early-stage employee, really helping to shape out future processes, culture and drive key business growth. Be a part of building a business from the ground up
• As we continue our growth, we continue to develop our employee benefits programs. We plan to be a well-known name in the SME market and have a company culture to match. You will be supporting us through our exciting journey, making it not only a great service, but one of the best places to work

Our Commitment

At Retinue, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are crucial to our success. We recognize that diversity goes beyond race and ethnicity, and includes differences in gender, orientation, age, religion, ability, and more. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels comfortable being themselves and can fully contribute their talents and skills. We are dedicated to building a workplace that values and respects individuals from all backgrounds and experiences. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, ability, or other differences.

Holiday Notice: Christmas Closure - December 23rd to January 2nd

We want to inform all prospective candidates that our office will be closed for the Christmas holiday from December 23rd to January 2nd. During this time, our team will be taking a break to celebrate the festive season.

Application Advisory: While our team is away, we encourage early applications for any open positions to assist us in expediting the interview process. Early submissions will be appreciated, and our hiring team will make an effort to review applications during the holiday period.

Interview Process: Please note that our interview process will officially commence in the new year. While we value early applications, candidates can expect interview invitations and further communication starting early January.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to reviewing your applications. Wishing you a joyful holiday season!

Our people love to work for us, here’s why! 

• Officially B-Corp Certified, a Certified Great Place to Work 2023 and 2021 Best Workplaces winner! 
• Competitive salary, free weekly lunches, awesome social events (including a social club – winery tours to museum tours), flexible working arrangements, and amazing headquarters in the CBD. 
• Receive mentoring and coaching from industry leaders and plenty of opportunities for growth and promotion. 
• Learning and development including internal and external training programs to build your career skills. 
• An inclusive and diverse workplace culture centered on health, wellbeing and fun. 
• The ability to salary sacrifice for their very own BlueRock shares 
• Gym membership after one year of tenure and mobile phone allowance after 6 months! 
• We have our very own BlueRock public holidays to give our people the day off, on us! 

For more amazing perks of working at BlueRock and employee benefits – head to our careers page!

How to apply

If this sounds like you, then please click on the "Apply" button and follow the prompts. If you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point on the job description – please still apply. We’d love to see if you could be a great fit and we can't wait to meet you!   

For any questions regarding this opportunity or if you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please reach out to [email protected]. 

BlueRock is a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. 

For this role, only candidates with the eligible right to work in Australia will be considered. 

Please be advised that BlueRock or any of its related or controlled entities do not accept unsolicited contact or resumes from Recruitment Agencies.   

Even in 2023 it needs to be said, BlueRock is a workplace committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, citizenship, colour, disability, gender and gender identity, marital status, nationality, race, sexual orientation, or veteran status.