Senior Accountant / Manager - West Melbourne

Job Description

West Melbourne $120K - $140K + Super Hybrid Work Option 06th February, 2025 Senior Accountant / Manager - West Melbourne Your New Company Join a long-established chartered accounting firm that specializes in working with small-to-medium businesses (SMEs) across a range of industries. With a strong focus on client relationships , they provide comprehensive business advisory, tax, and compliance services to help clients achieve their financial goals. The firm fosters a collaborative, supportive environment where managers take ownership of client portfolios while mentoring junior staff.Your New Role - Business Services & Tax Manager This is a true leadership role for a Manager-level candidate with at least 5+ years of Australian tax experience in public practice (Non-Negotiable) . You will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of clients , overseeing compliance work, and leading a team of accountants.Your focus will be on client advisory, tax strategy, and workflow efficiency , ensuring high-quality service delivery while supporting and training junior team members.Key Responsibilities: Client Management - Serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of clients, providing tax advisory and compliance solutions tailored to their business needs. Financial Reporting & Compliance - Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements, tax returns, BAS, and other reporting obligations for companies, trusts, partnerships, SMSFs, and sole traders. Team Leadership - Supervise junior accountants, review their work, provide training, and ensure accuracy in all deliverables. Tax Advisory - Identify tax issues and opportunities , advising clients on best practice solutions to minimize tax liabilities and ensure compliance. Process & Efficiency Improvements - Ensure smooth workflow execution, implementing best practices for financial reporting and compliance . What You Need to Succeed: 5+ years of Australian tax & compliance experience in public practice (Non-Negotiable) Chartered accounting firm experience is a must - candidates from private industry will not be considered Strong expertise in Australian taxation, BAS, financial reporting, and compliance Proven experience reviewing the work of junior accountants and providing mentorship Exceptional client relationship management skills with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset CA or CPA qualification (or in progress) Proficiency in Xero, MYOB, and other relevant accounting software What's in It for You? Competitive salary : $120K - $140K + Super Hybrid work option : Work-from-home Wednesdays Strong team culture : Supportive environment with a brand-new office Career growth : Step into a leadership role with future opportunities for advancement Ongoing training & development : Learn directly from the firm's partners How to Apply If you're an experienced Business Services & Tax Manager looking for a long-term career move, apply now! Click 'Apply Now' , or contact Hans Swartz at 0406 045 525 for a confidential discussion.#J-18808-Ljbffr