We are a progressive accounting firm in Mohali looking for an experienced **Senior Tax Accountant** with strong knowledge of **Australian taxation and accounting practices**. The successful candidate will work closely with Australian clients, client managers, and partners to prepare and review accounting and taxation work. This is a hands\-on role requiring strong technical knowledge, excellent attention to detail, confidence in dealing with clients, and **strong spoken and written English communication skills**. The ideal candidate should have **at least 3\-5 years of experience in Australian public practice accounting** and be comfortable working with Australian tax legislation, accounting standards, and compliance requirements. Key Responsibilities * Prepare **Australian Tax Returns** for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships, and other entities. * Prepare and review **BAS, IAS and other Activity Statements** in accordance with Australian taxation requirements. * Prepare **Financial Statements** for Australian clients. * Handle Australian tax compliance and ensure work is completed accurately and within deadlines. * Apply knowledge of **Australian tax legislation, GST, PAYG, deductions, depreciation, capital gains and other relevant taxation matters**. * Communicate directly with Australian Client Managers via **phone, email and online meetings**. * Provide monthly and quarterly bookkeeping support using **Xero**. * Work with accounting software including **Xero and MYOB**. * Assist with SMSF accounting and taxation work where required. **Class/BGL and SMSF experience will be highly regarded.** * Maintain accurate working papers and documentation in accordance with Australian accounting and tax practice requirements. * Meet internal deadlines and manage multiple client jobs effectively. * Participate in internal and external training to remain up to date with changes in Australian taxation and accounting. * Support team members and contribute to a professional and collaborative working environment. * Assist with other accounting, taxation and administrative tasks as required. Essential Skills \& Experience * **Minimum 3\-5 years of experience in Australian public practice accounting.** * Strong practical knowledge of **Australian taxation and accounting**. * Experience preparing **Australian Tax Returns, BAS/IAS, Activity Statements and Financial Statements**. * Good understanding of Australian tax compliance requirements and legislation. * Experience working with **Xero and MYOB**. * Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve accounting/tax issues. * **Excellent spoken English with clear pronunciation and confidence in communicating with Client Managers.** * Strong interpersonal and client communication skills. * Ability to independently manage client work from start to completion. * Strong time management skills and ability to prioritise work and meet strict Australian tax deadlines. * Self\-motivated, responsible and willing to take ownership of assigned work. * Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance or a related field. * **CA/CPA qualification or equivalent, pursuing CA/CPA, or willingness to undertake CA/CPA** will be preferred. Desirable Experience The following will be highly regarded: * Australian **SMSF accounting and taxation** experience. * Experience with **Class Super or BGL**. * Experience dealing directly with Australian clients. * Experience reviewing work prepared by junior accountants. * Knowledge of Australian tax and accounting software. What We Offer * Competitive salary of **₹60,000 – ₹80,000 per month.** (Negotiable based on experience and skills.) * Opportunity to work extensively on **Australian taxation and accounting matters**. * Direct exposure to Australian clients and accounting professionals. * Supportive and team\-oriented working environment. * Ongoing training and professional development. * Career growth opportunities. * Opportunity to develop strong technical and client\-management skills in Australian public practice. * Paid sick leave. Who We're Looking For We are looking for someone who is **technically strong in Australian taxation and accounting, confident speaking in English, and capable of taking ownership of their work**. If you have strong Australian public practice experience and can communicate professionally and confidently in English, we would like to hear from you. Job Type: Full\-time Pay: ₹60,000\.00 \- ₹80,000\.00 per month Benefits: * Leave encashment * Paid sick time Work Location: In person