Strength. Culture. Quality.
Leading accounting recruiters in Australia
Specialists in accountancy recruitment. The accountants we place don't just fill roles — they become long-term assets to the firms they join.
Accounting Recruitment
Specialists in accountancy recruitment
Stonefish Careers sets the benchmark in specialist accountancy recruitment. Recognised as one of Australia's leading recruiters of accounting professionals, our reputation is built on precision, influence and results.
What makes us different? Our accounting practice is led by a Chartered Accountant who has held senior leadership positions in firms of every size — from boutique practices to mid-tier specialists and global consultancies.
That first-hand experience means we understand the technical demands of the profession, the culture of accounting firms and the attributes that set great accountants apart.
We network for a living — and that's why we're the best.
Enquire about accounting recruitment
Prefer to talk? Call 1300 062 990.
Strength. Culture. Quality.
Why clients trust Stonefish
We know what to scope out
Our consultants have worked inside the industries they recruit for, so they know exactly which skills, credentials and traits separate a good hire from a great one.
We make sure the fit is perfect
Every candidate is fully vetted against the technical requirements of the role and the culture of the team they will join.
Efficiency is paramount
A refined, streamlined method shortens time-to-hire without cutting corners — so you can get back to running your business.
Specialisms
Accountancy roles we specialise in
We cover the full spectrum of accountancy — from public practice and commercial finance to specialist and emerging disciplines.
Public practice accounting
- Business Services & AdvisoryCompliance, structuring, acquisitions and growth strategy, with practical commercial guidance.
- TaxationCompliance, structuring and planning to optimise outcomes for businesses and individuals.
- Audit & AssuranceIndependent examination of financial records, controls and reporting standards.
Commercial accounting
- Chief Financial OfficersStrategic leaders driving financial performance, capital management and growth.
- Financial ControllersOverseeing financial operations, reporting and controls.
- Finance ManagersLeading teams, budgets and analysis to support executive decisions.
- Financial AccountantsAccurate statutory accounts, reconciliations and reporting.
- Assistant AccountantsEssential support across reporting, reconciliations and compliance.
Management accounting
- Financial ReportingTimely, accurate insight through statutory and management reports.
- Cost AccountingAnalysing and controlling costs to improve efficiency and margins.
- Budgeting & ForecastingShaping strategy through budgets, forecasts and performance tracking.
Operational accounting support
- BookkeepingAccurate day-to-day records that keep businesses on track.
- Accounts Payable / ReceivableManaging cash flow and debtor and creditor relationships.
- PayrollAccurate, compliant payroll for teams of every size.
Specialist & emerging roles
- Forensic AccountingInvestigating fraud, disputes and misconduct with rigour and discretion.
- Fund AccountingInvestment fund reporting, compliance and investor relations.
- ESG & Sustainability ReportingMeasuring and advising on environmental, social and governance impact.
- Cryptocurrency AccountingCompliance and reporting in digital asset markets.
Tax & advisory specialists
- Indirect TaxationGST, stamp duty, payroll tax, WorkCover, diesel fuel rebates and other state taxes.
- Innovation & R&DR&D tax incentives, innovation funding and commercialisation.
- International TaxationCross-border transactions, transfer pricing and global tax strategy.
- Insolvency & Corporate RecoveryTurnaround, restructuring and insolvency support.
The Stonefish standard
Where specialised roles meet specialist recruiters
Filling specialised accounting roles can be challenging — and that's exactly where we excel. Our recruiters combine insider knowledge of the profession with outstanding networks across Brisbane and beyond.
We don't simply source candidates. We connect firms with the professionals who will drive growth, build trust and shape their future.
Our method
How we find your next accountant
A thorough, five-stage process that protects your time and ensures every shortlisted accountant is right for the role and the firm.
Advertising & outreach
We draw on our extensive networks and recruitment platforms to put your role in front of the most experienced, best-qualified talent in the market — including people who aren't actively looking.
CV screening
Every application is reviewed against the brief and cross-checked for completed assessments. Only candidates who genuinely meet the requirements progress.
In-person meeting (online when required)
We meet candidates face to face before they reach you. It lets us confirm their expertise and understand who they are — because character and cultural fit matter as much as technical skill.
Reference checking
We speak directly with referees, with structured questions covering past roles, performance and personality, so there are no surprises after the offer.
Hiring & aftercare
Our service doesn't end at the signed offer. We provide ongoing aftercare to both client and candidate, making sure everyone settles in well and the placement keeps delivering.
Hiring or job hunting in accounting?
Speak with a specialist consultant directly, or send an enquiry and we will come back to you within one business day.