Senior Accountant

About the role

businessDEPOT is hiring Senior Accountants who are confident in their craft, enjoy quality client work, and want a role that can grow around their strengths rather than a rigid career track. The team values different working styles and supports people who want to deepen client relationships, move toward leadership, stay hands-on with technical work, or combine all of these paths.

The workplace is collaborative, practical, and focused on helping people develop in directions that suit them. If you are still figuring out the exact path you want, the business is open to helping you explore options over time.

What the role involves

In this position, you will continue to work directly in the accounting function while also beginning to shape your longer-term career direction. businessDEPOT works with team members to understand their strengths and interests, then helps build a role around them.

This could include growing and managing client relationships, mentoring junior colleagues, concentrating on technical assignments or process improvement, or combining several of these areas. You will support clients across different industries and contribute to strong outcomes for business owners.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver accounting, taxation, and advisory support to a varied client base.
• Work closely with internal colleagues to achieve strong results for clients.
• Support business owners by contributing to practical and high-quality advice.
• Take on responsibilities that align with your strengths and interests as you progress.
• Build client relationships and, over time, help develop your own portfolio if that suits your career direction.
• Guide, support, or review junior team members when required.
• Contribute to technical work, specialist tasks, or process improvements where relevant.

What the team is looking for

The ideal candidate will be CA/CPA qualified, or actively working toward that qualification, with a genuine intention to complete it when ready. A strong foundation in accounting and tax is important, along with experience handling more complex clients.

You should be comfortable assisting junior team members or reviewing their work when needed, and be confident using technology, preferably Xero. The team also values a proactive, careful approach, curiosity, and a willingness to build on your strengths over time.

Who will fit well here

This opportunity suits someone who is approachable, dependable, and capable, with good communication skills and an interest in building strong relationships. You should be open to learning, self-aware, and committed to doing excellent work within a supportive team.

Why join businessDEPOT

You will be part of a multidisciplinary group that includes advisors, legal professionals, and other specialists who work together to deliver meaningful outcomes for clients. The business is officially certified as a Great Place to Work®, and its culture is built around flexibility, support, and collaboration.

• Varied and meaningful work across multiple industries.
• Real scope to shape your career in a way that suits your strengths.
• Supportive mentors and a culture that encourages development.
• Flexible working arrangements to help balance work and life.
• An inclusive team environment recognised as a Great Place to Work.
• A strong focus on Xero-based workflows.

Values and culture

businessDEPOT operates with a set of values known as That’s DEPOT. The team believes in working together without silos, bringing energy and pride to the work, being straightforward, trying new approaches, and caring deeply about clients, colleagues, and the quality of the work delivered.

• Collaborate to Innovate – smart people work together rather than in isolation.
• Bring the WOW – approach work with pride and positive energy.
• Keep it Real – communicate plainly and avoid unnecessary jargon.
• Guts to do Things Differently – test ideas, learn, and improve.
• Give a Sh!t – care about clients, the team, and the work.

Additional information

The business is open to people seeking part-time hours or other flexible arrangements. If you need a specific setup, you are encouraged to mention it in your cover letter so it can be discussed.