If you're tired of being a cog in the machine and ready to do meaningful work for sophisticated clients—without wearing a suit or working 70-hour weeks—this might be your next home.

About the Firm

My client is a boutique public practice firm based in Wolli Creek, right across from a major train station (and offers free staff parking). The office is spacious, filled with natural light, fully paperless, and equipped with cutting-edge systems. The culture is relaxed—polo shirts, not suits—but the work is high-end and technically sophisticated.

This firm has grown organically for over 25 years purely through referrals from satisfied clients, tax lawyers, and other accountants. They work with a premium client base that includes:

• Advertising and recruitment agencies
• Law firms and financial planning businesses
• Property developers and advanced manufacturers
• High-net-worth individuals with complex structures

The Role: Senior Client Manager / Team Leader

My client is looking for an experienced, technically strong Accountant to lead a small team and deliver exceptional outcomes for high-end clients.

Responsibilities:

• Reviewing technically complex compliance work
• Leading and mentoring a capable team of accountants
• Allocating jobs and supporting staff with technical queries
• Running virtual client meetings and building long-term relationships
• Delivering in-house training on tax and legislative updates
• Providing clear, commercial advice—not textbook explanations

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Have 7+ years’ experience in public practice with deep tax knowledge
• Be capable of reviewing compliance work with precision and insight
• Possess excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Be locally educated, with a strong understanding of Australian business culture
• Combine technical tax expertise with emotional intelligence
• Enjoy mentoring others and fostering a learning culture
• Think commercially and understand client value

This is not a sales role. My client wants a professional who is at the top of their compliance game—not someone focused on BD. They want someone who listens carefully, solves complex problems, and communicates clearly and empathetically with clients.

What’s on Offer

• Above-market salary (particularly attractive for candidates currently working 60–70 hour weeks in large firms)
• 5pm finish – no exceptions
• 1 WFH day for the right person (though office-based is preferred)
• Free staff parking, and a location opposite a major train station
• High-spec, paperless systems with all the latest software
• Relaxed, respectful culture with zero micromanagement
• Flexibility for the right candidate (e.g. 5 short days/week for someone returning from a career break)
• No budgets or unrealistic KPIs – just smart, quality work

This is an ideal opportunity for a strong senior accountant or manager who’s ready to step into a leadership role with quality clients and a supportive firm.