Finance & Accounting Jobs in Geelong, Australia (Now Hiring) — 10 open

Our Mid-Market & Private team supports clients in managing to plan for their continued business success and growth. We decisively deliver new ways of thinking, big-picture perspectives and acute insights that help clients make informed choices to deal with complex issues. 

The Business & Tax Advisory team is shaping the future of tax and we’re looking for experienced Tax professionals to come and grow with us. We help private businesses, start-ups, family groups and listed companies thrive. This is your chance to connect to something bigger across our formidable global network and reimagine business and tax advisory in an environment where people are at the centre of what we do, and no two days are the same. KPMG is a place where you can come as you are, learn for a lifetime and be part of a global community where you will thrive.

KPMG Enterprise’s Business Advisory team is seeking an experienced individual to join its Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) team to assist their clients in meeting their payroll, reporting and compliance obligations within Australia. The team assists many global and locally based businesses in all aspects of the traditional “back” office, often collaboratively with other KPMG teams local and international.

Your opportunity

BPO is looking for an Adviser or Senior Adviser to assist the team in meeting the demands of our expanding client base.  From payroll preparation and all aspects of bookkeeping to tax compliance, this role is in a client facing position with plenty of opportunities to expand your technical knowledge of tax and accounting, and experience working in a multinational accounting firm.

You will be exposed to clients from many industries.  A mix of global and local clients providing variety and complexity to keep you motivated and engaged.

This role requires a generalist skillset meaning that as part of the role you will initially have a broad focus, meaning you do not need specific industry or functional expertise to be successful. This can mean building on previous knowledge or developing unique experience in an area that is new. The focus will be on delivering high quality services for our clients, meeting deadlines and maintaining productive client relationships that allow you to build strong professional networks over time.

Your tasks

Your tasks will include: 

• All aspects of payroll related work for various clients, including the preparation of periodic payroll calculations, STP reporting, superannuation, payroll tax lodgements and Work Cover compliance.
• Annual payroll reconciliations, preparation of PAYG payment summaries, payroll tax annual reconciliations and Work Cover annual declarations.
• All aspects of bookkeeping including monthly transaction processing, accounts payable and receivable.
• Preparation of monthly management reporting.
• Preparation of instalment and business activity statements.
• Other adhoc back-office requirements as requested by clients.

Your expertise and qualifications

To fulfil this role, we are looking for an applicant with the following attributes:

• Minimum 2 years’ bookkeeping experience
• Strong knowledge of payroll preparation and employer obligations
• Experience working in a corporate environment with numerous clients with different requirements
• Excellent knowledge of Xero, preferably with Xero certification
• Experience in tax compliance (BAS and IAS preparation) preferred, but not a requirement
• The ability to work as part of a team, assisting other team members when required
• Ability to research issues that may arise, in order to respond to unique client queries
• Attention to detail and ability to proof own work is paramount; and
• Professional communication skills appropriate for a corporate environment

Tertiary education essential. Enrolled in CPA/CA or equivalent preferred

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.

KPMG Australia: grow with us!