The Employer

Our client is a highly respected boutique accounting practice renowned for its work in forensic accounting, taxation, and business advisory. With a premium reputation and a team of highly skilled professionals, they offer bespoke services to a diverse client base, including SMEs, high-net-worth individuals, and family groups. While forensic accounting is a core focus, they also lead in:

Business and intellectual property valuations

Financial investigations (including fraud, wage theft, and maladministration)

Commercial dispute assessments and expert witness services

Strategic consultancy across governance, risk, and business operations

Private tax advisory and business services

The Opportunity
Our client is looking for a Tax Manager to join their tight-knit, high-calibre team. While your primary focus will be in Tax and Advisory, you’ll also have the chance to collaborate on challenging forensic and investigative projects, giving you unmatched exposure across a spectrum of commercial and legal matters.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a truly hybrid role encompassing tax, advisory, and forensic accounting. You will benefit from direct mentorship by seasoned professionals (with Big 4 experience) who are committed to your development. The firm fosters a collaborative culture where your input is valued, and your contributions are recognised. With a clear pathway for accelerated technical and career progression, and exposure to a diverse range of engaging, project-based work, this role offers continual learning and professional growth.

Responsibilities

Tax & Advisory:

Manage client engagements and the preparation of financial statements, tax returns, BAS, and reconciliations for companies, trusts, and family groups

Assist with strategic tax planning and wealth structuring

Solve real-world financial challenges for clients

Research complex taxation matters

Build strong client relationships and become a trusted advisor and consistent point of contact for your portfolio of clients

Forensic Accounting:

Analyse complex financial and non-financial data

Build and interpret financial models and valuations

Conduct industry research and critique third-party reports

Assist with investigations into fraud, wage theft, and misconduct

Reconstruct financial statements from original source materials

Draft expert reports for legal proceedings and client use

Requirements
While the following represents our client's ideal candidate profile, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement. We're interested in your unique strengths, your learning goals, and your ambition for growth.

3–5 years' experience in Tax and Business Services in a professional services firm

Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field

Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail

Experience in a professional services environment (e.g. accounting, audit, insolvency, or finance)

Proficient in accounting and tax software (e.g. Xero, MYOB)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proactive problem-solving and critical thinking abilities

Maven Partners
Maven Partners is a specialist financial advisory, accounting and taxation recruitment services business. The partners have a wealth of experience in executive search and interim management, servicing clients in Asia Pacific markets from our offices in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane.

At Maven Partners, we are holders and seekers of knowledge. In our case this refers to knowledge gained through experience, dedication, and perseverance. Knowledge is Maven's central value.

To apply or to have a discussion regarding this opportunity, email Amanda Levy at [email protected]