SMSF Accountant (Warrnambool)

Senior Managing Accountant (SMSF) | Future Partnership OpportunityAbout the Opportunity A highly regarded regional Accounting and Business Advisory firm is seeking an experienced SMSF professional to join its leadership team in a senior capacity. This role offers the opportunity to lead and develop a growing SMSF function, mentor junior staff, work closely with Partners, and contribute to the strategic growth of the business. For the right individual, there is a genuine pathway towards partnership.

About the Role Working closely with senior leadership, you will take ownership of a portfolio of Self-Managed Super Funds while providing technical expertise, leadership, and commercial insight across the practice.

Key responsibilities include:

- Managing and reviewing SMSF financial statements, tax returns, and audit-ready files
- Leading, mentoring, and developing junior team members
- Maintaining compliance with SMSF legislation and regulatory requirements
- Managing workflow, resource allocation, and team performance
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Supporting business development and identifying growth opportunities
- Assisting with client meetings, strategic advice, and partner-level initiatives
- Driving process improvements and operational efficiencies About You To be successful, you will ideally possess:

- 10+ years' experience within public practice accounting and/or SMSF advisory
- CA or CPA qualification
- Strong technical knowledge of SMSF legislation and compliance requirements
- Extensive experience managing SMSF portfolios
- High proficiency with BGL and related practice management systems
- Proven leadership and team development experience
- Strong commercial acumen and client relationship skills
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with aspirations towards leadership What's on Offer
- Leadership role within a well-established accounting and advisory practice
- Clear pathway towards partnership
- Opportunity to shape and grow an SMSF division
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Regional lifestyle benefits with long-term growth opportunities
- Competitive salary package based on experience This opportunity would suit an experienced SMSF Manager, Senior Manager, Associate Director, or Director seeking a genuine pathway into partnership. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rm3ks