Business Services Manager
About The Position
This is an opportunity for an experienced Manager to join a progressive boutique accounting and advisory firm in Parkville. The role has been created due to continued expansion and offers a strong mix of portfolio ownership, client management, technical review, team leadership and advisory involvement. You will work closely with the Partners, manage your portfolio with a high level of autonomy and support a team delivering work for large, complex clients in Australia and overseas. This role will suit someone who wants a senior client-facing position in a contemporary firm with strong systems, a collaborative culture, and direct access to decision-makers.
Requirements
- 10+ years of Australian public practice experience in business services and tax
- CA or CPA qualification
- Strong technical knowledge of Australian accounting and tax rules
- Experience across companies, partnerships, trusts and high net worth individual matters
- Experience managing client relationships and conducting client meetings
- Proven leadership capability, including mentoring, feedback and team development
- Confidence identifying advisory opportunities and broader client needs
- Strong communication skills and professional presentation
- Ability to manage workflow, deadlines and team priorities
- Commercial judgement and a strong client service mindset
Nice To Haves
- Experience with MYOB AE, MYOB AccountRight, Xero and System Release programs will be highly regarded
Responsibilities
- Managing a portfolio of business services and advisory clients
- Acting as a key contact for clients and maintaining strong relationships
- Reviewing financial statements, tax returns and compliance work
- Advising clients across tax, accounting and broader business matters
- Supporting business advisory development across the portfolio
- Identifying risks, opportunities and cross-service needs across the broader firm
- Leading, mentoring and developing accountants within the team
- Providing clear feedback, training and performance support
- Working closely with Partners on workflow, client matters and strategic priorities
- Maintaining strong technical standards across corporate, trust, partnership and high net worth client work
- Contributing to operational improvement, client satisfaction and continuous improvement
Benefits
- $140,000 to $160,000 + superannuation
- Brand new position created due to expansion
- Hybrid working arrangements available
- Direct mentorship from the Partners
- Autonomy to manage your portfolio your own way
- Opportunity to work with large, complex clients in Australia and abroad
- Exposure to broader business, wealth and lending advisory services
- Access to local and offshore support
- Progressive firm with contemporary software, processes and facilities
- Regular professional development
- Ad hoc training and networking events
- Collaborative culture built around teamwork and shared success
- Senior role with visibility across the firm
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
