We’re BDO, a global professional services firm connected to local markets. Our people work together to provide specialist expertise, helping businesses achieve their goals.
We inspire others, to go further. We create together, to reach higher. We build trust, to lead purposefully.
Whether you're building your future or starting your career with us, you won’t do it alone. From creating solutions for our clients to building careers for our people, we shape what matters, and that’s where you come in.
About the Role
We are seeking an Accountant or Senior Accountant to join our growing Business Services team in Melbourne. In this role, you will contribute to high‑quality compliance and advisory work across a diverse portfolio of clients, while developing your technical capability and advancing your career in a supportive, high‑performing environment. You’ll work closely with Partners and Directors, gaining exposure to complex matters and contributing to impactful client outcomes.
About the TeamBDO’s Business Services team partners with emerging businesses, fast‑growing corporate groups, and high‑net‑worth individuals across all industries. We deliver a full suite of advisory and compliance services including growth and strategic planning, financial modelling, business mentoring, tax advisory, due diligence, and accounting support. Our collaborative culture ensures you are supported by experienced professionals who are passionate about helping clients succeed.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare financial statements in line with accounting, regulatory and reporting standards across various industries.
Prepare income tax returns for companies, trusts, individuals, and family groups.
Support tax planning initiatives and assist with technical advice relating to business operations and regulatory matters.
Deliver business and tax advisory services such as business structuring, performance improvement and growth advisory.
Build strong relationships across the wider Business Services team and maintain exceptional service standards for clients.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills
Experience within a professional services or public practice environment.
Strong interest in taxation, advisory and business services.
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving capability, with high attention to detail.
Proactive, collaborative and client‑focused approach to work.
Currently completing or have completed the CA or CPA qualification.
Experience with APS and/or Xero is desirable.
Why BDO?
Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm.
Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.
Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways.
We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible.
Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.
Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.
With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience.
Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive).
We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2025-2026 by Diversity Council of Australia and a 2024-2025 Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).
BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview process, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]
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