Our client - an award winning, multi-site accounting firm specialising in business services, taxation consultancy, audit & assurance, finance and wealth management are on the lookout for a Manager for their Business Services & Taxation Team.

• Play a key role in ensuring the growth, profitability and high-level client experience of this amazing firm
• Mentor, coach and grow junior to intermediate accountants
• Put your technical knowledge and analytical skills to the test on complex scenarios

With over 30 years in the industry, a culture steeped in learning, development and a strong focus on providing a personalised, tailored, values-driven and warm experience for their clients, they are well placed to support you in the next step in your career as you step into this amazing opportunity.

About You

You're someone who takes pride in building strong relationships - with clients and your team alike. You're commercially aware, technically sound, and enjoy leading from the front. In addition, you'll bring:

• CA/CPA qualification with a tertiary qualification in accounting
• A strong foundation in public practice firms (6 years or more), with proven experience in Business Services & Taxation at a supervisory or manager level
• High-level technical capability across compliance, advisory, and planning
• A Collaborative leadership style - you're confident coaching others, managing workflow and performance
• Strong client-facing skills - you enjoy being in the room with clients, solving problems and offering real value
• Excellent communication skills - you can hold your own with directors and clients, and know how to bring your team along with you
• A solutions mindset - you're able to troubleshoot, problem-solve and manage competing priorities calmly
• High attention to detail - especially around billing, workflow management, and quality control
• Comfortable driving change and process improvement - you see the bigger picture and look for ways to lift performance
• Tech-savvy, with solid experience in Xero, XPM and the MS Office suite

About Your Day-to-Day

You'll have a big hand in shaping the success of both your clients and your team. While no two days will look the same, your week might include:

• Managing workflow for the team, allocating work and ensuring deadlines are met
• Reviewing financial reports, ITRs, BAS, and compliance work - including more complex returns
• Coaching, supporting, and developing team members (from juniors to intermediates)
• Preparing and reviewing tax planning strategies
• Forecasting, modelling and assisting with business valuations
• Partnering with clients - leading meetings, offering commercial insights, and supporting growth
• Driving business development - contributing to strategy, identifying opportunities, and helping the practice grow
• Keeping a close eye on WIP, billing, and team performance
• Proactively managing client relationships and queries - ensuring excellent service and timely resolution
• Contributing to the leadership team - including internal process improvements and change initiatives
• Being a go-to person - clients and colleagues trust you for clarity, quality, and direction

What's next?

If you're ready for your next challenge, have a commitment to delivering a high-level experience for your clients and feel you have what our client is looking for, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your application or contact Alan Kinder of GWG Recruitment on either 02 4905 0130 or [email protected] for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building inclusive and respectful workplaces, strengthened by diversity and encourage applications from First Nations Peoples, all genders, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ community and people with disability, of all ages and backgrounds. We strive to provide a barrier free and equitable recruitment experience. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact your consultant via the phone number or email above.