Senior Accountant / Team Lead

Senior Accountant / Team Lead

Bright Wealth Pty Ltd is seeking a Senior Accountant / Team Lead for a full-time, onsite role in Maroubra. The salary offered is $110,000 – $140,000 per year.

Bright Wealth Pty Ltd is focused on ensuring our clients' futures are BRIGHT. We provide comprehensive advice and accounting solutions, built on trust, expertise, and genuine relationships, to support clients in areas such as business building, retirement planning, first home purchases, family and asset protection, and life transitions. As our Tax & Accounting division expands, we are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant / Team Lead to join our high-performing team. This is an opportunity for a motivated professional to manage client relationships, lead a team, enhance operational efficiency, and contribute to the strategic development of a contemporary accounting practice. We are interested in candidates seeking more than a standard accounting position, who wish to influence change, adopt technology and AI, and help shape the future of a growing business.

About the Role The Senior Accountant / Team Lead will be responsible for managing a varied client portfolio and providing leadership and guidance to a team of accountants. You will collaborate with management to achieve excellent client outcomes, refine business processes, and support the firm's ongoing growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of business and individual clients across multiple industries.
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and strategic advice.
• Prepare, review, and oversee tax compliance, including income tax returns, BAS, IAS, and financial statements.
• Remain updated on changes in taxation legislation and provide advice to clients and team members.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accountants, fostering a positive and high-performing culture.
• Delegate and review work to ensure quality, efficiency, and adherence to deadlines.
• Assist clients with business planning, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and growth strategies.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal systems, workflows, and client service delivery.
• Promote the adoption of technology, automation, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions within the practice.
• Support the onboarding and transition of new clients.
• Contribute to business development efforts and identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships.
• Participate in strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives across the firm.

About You To be successful in this position, you will possess:

• A minimum of 8 years' experience within an Australian Public Practice accounting firm.
• Demonstrated experience managing a client portfolio and leading a team.
• Strong technical knowledge of Australian taxation legislation and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive mindset with the capacity to drive initiatives and implement change.
• A genuine passion for mentoring and developing others.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Experience with Xero, HandiSoft, and other accounting and taxation software.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• A high level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.

Why Join Bright Wealth Group? At Bright Wealth Group, we consider our people our most valuable asset. We are committed to creating a workplace that empowers team members for professional growth, meaningful contribution, and job satisfaction.

You will benefit from:

• A leadership role offering genuine influence and career progression opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and industries.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Opportunities to contribute to innovation, automation, and AI initiatives.
• A modern, growth-oriented business with ambitious future plans.
• Flexible and supportive leadership dedicated to your success.

Our Culture Our core values guide all our actions:

• Integrity – Doing what is right, even when unobserved.
• Accountability – Taking ownership of our actions and outcomes.
• Collaboration – Achieving more through teamwork.
• Respect – Valuing every individual and contribution.
• Excellence – Striving for continuous improvement and exceptional results.

Apply Now If this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter via SEEK, or contact Bright Wealth Group's General Manager, Bronte Pickard, at Bro•••@brightwealth.com.au.