Tax & Compliance Accountant – Australian Practice (Colombo)

About the role

We are looking for a Tax & Compliance Accountant to join S&B Private’s Colombo office, working as an integral part of an Australian chartered accounting practice. You will be directly involved in end‑to‑end tax compliance, financial statement preparation and client reporting for a diverse portfolio of Australian individuals, companies, trusts and partnerships.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare annual income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, companies and trusts.
• Prepare supporting workpapers, including tax reconciliations, fixed‑asset registers, rental property and motor‑vehicle calculations, and capital‑gains calculations.
• Monitor tax lodgement lists and ensure compliance with Australian Tax Office (ATO) deadlines.
• Liaise with the Australian firm’s internal teams and clients to support accurate and timely lodgements.
• Coordinate with the ATO regarding tax payments, lodgement status, payment plans and interest remissions.
• Support tax planning and advisory work as required.
• Contribute to automation, technology‑improvement and process‑efficiency projects.

Required profile

• Qualified or pursuing CA Sri Lanka, ACCA, CIMA or CTA.
• Strong interest in Australian public‑practice accounting and front‑office client work.
• Willingness to work aligned with Australian business hours (7:00 am – 3:30 pm SLT).
• Commitment to continuous learning and technical training.

Required skills

• Australian tax compliance knowledge.
• Tax return preparation for individuals, companies, trusts and partnerships.
• Financial statement preparation.
• Tax reconciliations and related calculations.
• Understanding of ATO processes and deadlines.

What we offer

• Study support for CA Sri Lanka, ACCA, CIMA and CTA.
• Weekly technical training covering Australian tax and accounting standards.
• Hands‑on involvement in technology and process‑improvement projects.
• Mentorship from senior accountants and directors.
• Structured, performance‑based career progression.
• Above‑market remuneration reviewed regularly.
• Hybrid working model – 3 days in office, 2 days remote.
• Medical insurance for you and immediate family.
• Regular social events and a collaborative team culture.