We have an exciting opportunity for a Japanese/English bilingual speaking accountant/senior accountant to join the Private Client Group in our Sydney
About Us
Pitcher Partners Sydney is an association of independent full service accounting, audit and advisory firms with a long standing reputation for providing outstanding expertise and advice to clients with a particular focus on the middle market. We are committed to support the development of our employees through investing in our teams and encouraging a down-to-earth culture where everyone is respected and valued.

About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Japanese/English bilingual speaking accountant/senior accountant to join the Private Client Group in our Sydney office. The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to):
• Reviewing accounting data prepared by a client's in-house accountant
• Preparing accounting reports for Australian and/or Japanese management
• Preparation of management accounts
• Communicating with clients
• Data entry of sales, purchases, bank account transactions/reconciliations and journal entries
• Preparation of BAS and IAS documents for lodgement
• Preparation of Income Tax Returns for Individuals and Companies, FBT, Payrolls etc
• Ad hoc tasks as required

Skills and Experience
We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates the following:
• Fluency in Japanese and understands the Japanese business culture
• Qualifications in Accounting e.g. Diploma, Bachelors degree etc
• Qualified, commencing or will commence the CA program
• Accurate Bookkeeping skills are a must
• Advanced accounting knowledge such as accruals, provisions, tax effect accounting is preferred
• Excellent management skills with deadlines
• Must be computer literate including reasonable understanding of Excel
• Experience in preparation of a company and/or an individual Income Tax Return is preferred
• Ability to liaise with ATO
• Previous work experience as a professional accountant is preferred
• Experience with Software such as Xero
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment。

You will be provided with a supportive environment and infrastructure to allow you to thrive, yet you will be provided with a supportive environment and infrastructure to allow you to thrive, yet the flexibility to allow you to make your mark in the firm. You will also be rewarded with a competitive salary dependent upon experience and on- going commitment to professional development and advancement.

Only applicants shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. Apply now or email your CV to sydneycareers@pitcher-nsw.com.au and make your career personal, at Pitcher Partners.