Account Manager

Chartered Accountants Australia And New Zealand; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work model

LinkedIn Learning access

Great Place to Work certification

Work–life wellbeing policies

Diversity and inclusion focus

Job summary

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand in Sydney CBD is seeking an Account Manager to join the Member Engagement team. You will manage a portfolio of employer and strategic accounts, developing engagement plans that strengthen relationships and deliver commercial outcomes.

Reporting to the Account Management Lead NSW, you will identify new opportunities, grow partnerships and work with stakeholders across CA ANZ to ensure an exceptional employer and member experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in account management, business development, relationship management or a similar client-facing role.
• Proven ability to manage strategic accounts and deliver commercial outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Collaborative and proactive approach across multiple teams.
• Experience within professional services, accounting, finance or membership-based organisations will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic account, portfolio and territory plans.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders and key decision-makers.
• Identify, develop and close business development opportunities.
• Manage sales pipelines and contribute to revenue and growth targets.
• Represent CA ANZ at events, conferences and member engagement activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated solutions and positive member outcomes.
• Gather customer insights and market feedback to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Manage account risks and support the resolution of member and stakeholder issues.

Job description

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand – Sydney CBD NSW

We have an exciting opportunity for an Account Manager to join our Member Engagement team in Sydney.

Reporting to the Account Management Lead NSW, you will manage a portfolio of employer and strategic accounts, developing engagement plans that strengthen relationships, create value for members and deliver commercial outcomes. You will identify new opportunities, grow existing partnerships and work closely with stakeholders across CA ANZ to ensure an exceptional employer and member experience.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic account, portfolio and territory plans.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders and key decision-makers.
• Identify, develop and close business development opportunities.
• Manage sales pipelines and contribute to revenue and growth targets.
• Represent CA ANZ at events, conferences and member engagement activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated solutions and positive member outcomes.
• Gather customer insights and market feedback to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Manage account risks and support the resolution of member and stakeholder issues.

ABOUT YOU

You are a relationship-focused and commercially minded professional who thrives on building connections, influencing stakeholders and creating meaningful outcomes.

You will bring:

• Experience in account management, business development, relationship management or a similar client-facing role.
• A proven ability to manage strategic accounts and deliver commercial outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional relationship-building capability and customer focus.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to identify growth opportunities.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.
• Experience within professional services, accounting, finance or membership-based organisations will be highly regarded.

ABOUT US

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) represents more than 140,000 financial professionals, supporting them to make a meaningful difference in the communities where they work and live. We are committed to advancing the profession through high ethical standards, world‑class education, and advocacy for the public good. Guided by our purpose and values, we aspire to be a magnet for diverse talent, equip our members for success, and lead the way in sustainability, innovation and trust in business and finance.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

At CA ANZ, we’re committed to fostering a workplace that reflects our values of collaboration, integrity, diversity and accountability. As part of our ambition to attract diverse talent and build an adaptive, member‑centric organisation, we’re proud to be certified as both a Great Place to Work® and Family Inclusive Workplace™ reflecting the genuine experiences of our people. We actively support your work–life wellbeing through leading policies and practices, including flexible work arrangements, parental leave and carer support—helping you thrive both at work and at home.

In addition you will enjoy:

• A strong focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion embedded in everything we do
• Opportunities to grow your career through inspiring learning and development pathways
• The chance to contribute to meaningful work that supports sustainability and the public good
• A flexible hybrid work model that balances autonomy with the benefits of in‑person collaboration
• A culture that values your voice and empowers you to make an impact in your community and profession
• Enjoy the end of year break with 2 additional paid leave days (subject to annual approval)
• Work for a certified Great Place to Work® (global recognition based on anonymous feedback from our people)
• Grow your skills and future with unlimited access to LinkedIn learning
• The chance to contribute to meaningful work that creates real impact for people across Aotearoa and Australia

CA ANZ welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Māori, Pasifika, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, and people who are diverse in gender and sexuality.

Please note: We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role. Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.