Tired of the grind and no growth? Want real flexibility and a shorter path to partnership? This could be your next move.

PAL is an established Geelong-based practice that was born from a desire to do things differently. Now, we’re looking for a Senior Manager to join our leadership team and help us shape what’s next.

Join us in our mission to make accounting feel way less beige, way more human, and dare we say... fun-ish.

👋 A bit about us

We’re a values-led, Geelong-based accounting and advisory firm helping small business owners win at life (and the tax game).

Our work spans compliance, tax planning, structuring, SMSF, and business advisory. But we’re not just about ticking boxes. We care about building great businesses, lasting relationships, and a culture that feels good to be a part of.

We’re growing, and we’re proud of what we’re building:

- No egos

- No corporate fluff, red tape, or stuffy suits

- No missing dinner because someone’s “circling back” at 6:45pm

If that sounds like your kind of place, keep reading.

🧩 About the role

Pull up a seat at the leadership table as our Senior Manager – Business Services & Tax. You’ll be the Director’s right hand and a go-to for clients. You’ll lead with integrity, think like an owner, and help raise the bar across the board.

- Manage a portfolio and building relationships with of clients of varying sizes and industries

- Provide advice on complex tax matters like tax planning, structures, small business CGT, estate planning etc.

- Review team work to ensure top-tier technical quality and accuracy

- Lead advisory projects including forecasting, board reporting, strategy, and business mentoring

- Mentor and grow a team

- Collaborate on business strategy and practice-wide improvements and initiatives

This role suits someone who’s confident in the technical, steady under pressure, and energised by coaching others and always looking for ways to make things better... even by 1%.

🌟 What’s on offer

- Leadership from day one: You'll have a seat at the table and a real say in how we grow

- Sign-on bonus: Just to say we’re stoked to have you

- Career runway: Clear pathway to equity/partner if that’s your goal

- No grind culture: High standards, yes. Burnout, no.

- Real flexibility: Hybrid options, supportive culture, and work that fits around your life (not the other way around)

- Relocation support: Move to Geelong or the Surf Coast with a bit of help from us if needed (hello, lifestyle upgrade)

🔎 What we’re looking for

Must-haves:

- CA/CPA qualified

- 7+ years’ experience in Australian public practice

- 2+ years managing people and/or workflow

- Confident across complex tax matters

- Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and judgement

- Based in Australia with full working rights

Bonus points:

- Confident, approachable leadership style

- Passion for mentoring and team development

- Strategic, big-picture thinker

- Someone who raises the energy, not just the issues

💰 Salary:

$120K–$150K+ (negotiable based on experience)

- Sign-on bonus

- Future partnership opportunities

👉 Ready to chat?

Apply now with your CV and a quick note on why this sounds like the right move for you.

Questions? Email Katherine, our People & Experience Manager, at [email protected]

We’d love to meet you.