Position Title: Accountant
Location: CBD Sydney, NSW
Employment Type: Part-time (4 days per week)
Experience Level: Intermediate (3–5 years)
Reports To: Principal

⚫︎About Tsia Partners
Tsia Partners is a Sydney-based accounting and advisory firm providing a broad range of compliance and advisory services to individuals, SMEs, and self-managed superannuation funds. We are a boutique practice led by our Principal, and pride ourselves on delivering technically sound, commercially practical advice with a high level of personal service to our clients.

⚫︎Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced Intermediate Accountant to join our small, close-knit practice. This is primarily an internal-facing role, working directly under the Principal to deliver high-quality compliance work across a diverse client base. The successful candidate will manage their own workload with a high degree of autonomy, and play a key part in supporting the smooth day-to-day operations of the firm.

⚫︎Key Responsibilities
Bookkeeping & Accounting
• Maintain accurate accounting records using Xero and MYOB
• Prepare and review general ledger reconciliations
• Process accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations
• Prepare financial statements for individuals, partnerships, trusts, and companies

Activity Statements
• Prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS) via Xero Practice Manager
• Ensure accurate GST coding and reconciliation prior to lodgement
• Manage lodgement deadlines and maintain compliance with ATO obligations

Tax Returns
• Prepare income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts, and companies
• Identify tax planning opportunities and deductions relevant to each client's circumstances
• Liaise with ATO on routine correspondence and compliance matters
• Assist with FBT returns and other ancillary tax obligations as required

SMSF Administration
• Assist with the preparation of SMSF financial accounts and annual returns using SimpleFund 360
• Support investment reconciliation, contribution tracking, and pension calculations
• Work directly with the Principal to ensure timely and accurate fund administration

General
• Maintain organised client files and work papers in accordance with firm standards
• Manage and meet lodgement deadlines across a portfolio of clients
• Contribute to a positive working environment alongside the Principal and support staff

⚫︎Skills & Experience
Required
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in public practice accounting in Australia
• Proficiency in Xero and MYOB
• Experience with SimpleFund 360 (BGL) for SMSF administration
• Sound knowledge of Australian tax compliance including income tax, GST, and BAS preparation
• CA or CPA qualification, or currently working towards completion
• Strong attention to detail and ability to self-manage a workload
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable
• Experience with SMSF compliance and ATO audit support
• Familiarity with tax agent lodgement portals (ATO Online, PLS)
• Experience preparing FBT returns and payroll tax reconciliations

⚫︎What We Offer
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Exposure to a diverse and interesting client base
• Ongoing professional development and study support for CA/CPA
• 4-day work week structure
• Sydney CBD-accessible location

⚫︎How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to Tsia Partners by email.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial conversation.

Email : jtsia@tsiapartners.com.au