Accountants

Job No: 295652
Location: Lismore, NSW

Build a strong career path in tax and business advisory with a firm known for developing future leaders

Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle in beautiful Lismore, close to Ballina and Byron Bay

Competitive salary + relocation support + career mentoring + CA/CPA funded

About Thomas Noble & Russell (TNR)

Thomas Noble & Russell (TNR) is a long-established firm providing accounting, audit and business advisory services across Northern NSW and South East Queensland. Based in Lismore and founded in 1899, our firm is renowned for training accountants who go on to excel in high-profile roles throughout Sydney, Brisbane, and beyond.

Work alongside our 50 staff and maintain a collaborative culture built on our core values: Respect, Integrity, Support and Excellence (RISE). Our office is located just 20 minutes from Ballina, 40 minutes from Byron Bay, and offers a lifestyle-rich setting. Our team enjoys working in new, well-equipped premises with robust IT support and regular technical training.

We invest deeply in our people, offering a clear progression path and meaningful support across every stage of your accounting career.

Learn more at: www.tnr.com.au

About The Opportunity

Thomas Noble & Russell is looking for full-time Accountants based in Lismore, NSW. While this position is aimed at experienced professionals, TNR also welcomes recent graduates with strong academic results who are looking to kickstart their accounting careers in a supportive and reputable firm.

You will manage client engagements from start to finish, supervise junior staff, and contribute to high-quality outcomes across tax and advisory.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Managing medium-sized client jobs from end-to-end for manager review
  • Preparing and reviewing tax returns, financial statements, BAS and FBT returns
  • Coaching and supervising junior team members, reviewing workpapers and providing training
  • Assisting with the preparation of client budgets and monitoring job costs
  • Liaising directly with clients and addressing technical queries
  • Participating in client meetings and drafting correspondence
  • Identifying strategic or complex technical issues for escalation
  • Preparing compliance documentation for Superannuation Funds using Class
  • Transitioning and working with accounting platforms including Xero, MYOB and QuickBooks
  • Engaging in internal technical training sessions and mentoring others
  • Supporting ad-hoc business projects and community-based initiatives

About You

To qualify, you will need a completed tertiary qualification majoring in Accounting. CA, CPA qualified or Business Services experience are highly regarded. TNR is also open to recent graduates with a strong academic record (minimum credit average) who are eager to learn and grow within a highly supportive environment.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

  • Demonstrated understanding of Australian Taxation Law and corporate law
  • Experience using MYOB, Xero, QuickBooks, and Class
  • Strong experience supervising junior accountants and developing capability
  • Ability to analyse financial data, interpret client agreements, and prepare logical workpapers

As our ideal candidate, you are confident, client-focused, and value mentoring others. You are highly organised, self-aware, and excel at building professional relationships. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is your ability to thrive in a team-based environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a career-minded accountant seeking a role where growth and a refreshing change of scenery in a welcoming regional centre come together.

About the Benefits

You will receive a competitive salary between $75,000 - $120,000 (based on experience), plus a range of benefits including:

  • Full-time permanent employment
  • CA/CPA fees fully paid, plus paid study time and mentored practical experience
  • Professional registration and development support
  • Relocation assistance for interstate candidates
  • Direct access to Directors and mentoring support
  • Work-from-home flexibility (1 day/week, once established)
  • Four weeks' annual leave, plus flexibility in start/finish times once proven
  • EAP program with financial support for qualified counselling (up to $500/year)
  • Uniform allowance ($250 startup + $100 annually) and casual Fridays
  • Career development opportunities, tax training, and monthly expert sessions
  • Regular team social events, awards, and a supportive team culture

If you're ready to take the next step in your accounting career with a respected firm committed to your success, apply today!

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About Thomas Noble & Russell

TNR Chartered Accountants is a mid-sized chartered accounting firm established in 1899 with offices in Lismore NSW. Our team of over 50 specialists provide business advice and other professional accounting services to a wide range of business organisations and private clients.

Our size and structure means that we are big enough to have all the necessary experience and knowledge yet small enough to work with you on a personal basis. Commitment to service, the provision of quality advice and strong links to the community continues to be our motivation.

Thomas Noble & Russell