Senior SMSF Accountant

_{08th October, 2026}

Senior Accountant | SMSF
Salary: $85,000–$105,000 + superannuation
Location: Brisbane CBD
Work style: Permanent full-time | Hybrid with two WFH days per week

Why This Role
Take greater responsibility for SMSF delivery in a position combining technical review, client communication and offshore team development.

Working closely with the SMSF Partner and Associate Director, you’ll review work, resolve technical questions and help coordinate accurate, timely delivery.

The role requires confidence guiding accountants and maintaining quality across a shared workflow.

A documented career framework, regular development conversations and access to specialist leaders provide support as you strengthen your technical and leadership capability.

The Role
Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing SMSF financial statements, annual returns and supporting compliance work
• Managing compliance obligations and deadlines across allocated funds
• Reviewing work prepared by the Philippines-based SMSF accounting team
• Training and mentoring offshore accountants in BGL Simple Fund 360, technical matters and quality standards
• Liaising with auditors and resolving audit queries
• Communicating directly with clients to clarify queries and gather information
• Coordinating work and communication between offshore accountants and senior internal stakeholders
• Attending to BAS and related compliance matters where required
• Supporting superannuation tax planning and compliance-related advice
• Contributing to team training and improvements in systems, processes and workflow

About Our Client
Our client is a large Queensland accounting and advisory firm with 14 Partners and almost 200 staff across three offices.

The specialist SMSF team sits within a broader practice offering business advisory, taxation, audit, international advisory, insolvency, technology, finance, lending and wealth management services.

Local SMSF leaders work alongside a Philippines-based accounting team. BGL Simple Fund 360 is central to delivery, making practical experience with the platform essential for reviewing work and training colleagues.

Brisbane staff work from a modern Eagle Street office with end-of-trip facilities.

What You’ll Bring

• At least four years of Australian SMSF accounting experience
• Senior-level capability across SMSF tax and compliance
• Practical experience with BGL Simple Fund 360, which is essential
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline
• Experience reviewing SMSF financial statements and annual returns
• Confidence guiding colleagues and resolving technical questions
• Willingness to manage, review and support the offshore team’s work
• Clear communication with clients, auditors and internal stakeholders
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines

This position suits an accountant who enjoys technical work alongside responsibility for quality, communication and team support.

What’s On Offer

• $85,000–$105,000 + superannuation
• Two WFH days per week
• Five additional bonus leave days, subject to firm policy
• Purchased leave options and paid parental leave
• Direct access to the SMSF Partner and Associate Director
• Opportunities to develop review, training and workflow coordination skills
• Structured learning pathways and regular development conversations
• CA/CPA study aid covering subject fees, textbooks and additional leave
• Professional memberships and subscriptions
• Salary packaging and novated lease options
• 50% off Goodlife gym memberships
• Health screenings, skin checks, flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program access
• Social club activities, quarterly connect events and firm-funded sporting events

Next Steps
If you are an experienced SMSF Accountant looking for review responsibility, client contact and opportunities to develop others, please apply now.

For a confidential discussion, contact Shaun at Minchin Recruitment:
hello@minchinrecruitment.com.au
(07) 3733 3544

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