Assistant Manager

Rsm; City Of Greater Geraldton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Australia offices in Geraldton are seeking an Assistant Manager who is technically skilled, mentors junior staff, and provides high-quality advisory services to clients.

You will oversee client engagements, review financial statements and tax returns, develop financial models, manage workflows, and contribute to professional development within the team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business or Commerce with a major in Accounting.
• 5-7 years’ experience in professional services, with prior experience in managing a team.
• Proven ability to provide high-quality advisory services to clients and manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage team workflows to ensure high-quality, timely client deliverables.
• Review financial statements and work papers, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and accounting standards.
• Provide practical and commercial advice to clients, delivering solutions that add genuine value to their business.
• Review income tax returns for individuals, companies, superannuation funds, partnerships, and trusts, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Develop financial models to support client decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Identify risks and opportunities within clients' industries, offering proactive solutions.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, providing guidance and fostering professional growth within the team.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs are met and exceeded.
• Share knowledge and best practices across the team to elevate overall performance and expertise.
• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of information into the firm’s systems.
• Contribute to the continuous professional development of yourself and the team.

Skills

Leadership

Client advisory

Mentoring

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

Degree in Business or Commerce with a major in Accounting

Job description

About the role:

Our RSM Australia offices based in Geraldton are looking for an Assistant Manager to join the team, someone who is technically skilled and eager to mentor junior staff, while providing high-quality advisory services to clients.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for overseeing client engagements, reviewing financial reports, tax returns, and offering practical, value-driven insights that help clients navigate their financial decisions. You will also be a key part of a collaborative team, helping manage workflows and contributing to the professional development of those around you.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage team workflows to ensure high-quality, timely client deliverables.
• Review financial statements and work papers, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and accounting standards.
• Provide practical and commercial advice to clients, delivering solutions that add genuine value to their business.
• Review income tax returns for individuals, companies, superannuation funds, partnerships, and trusts, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Develop financial models to support client decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Identify risks and opportunities within clients' industries, offering proactive solutions.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, providing guidance and fostering professional growth within the team.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs are met and exceeded.
• Share knowledge and best practices across the team to elevate overall performance and expertise.
• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of information into the firm’s systems.
• Contribute to the continuous professional development of yourself and the team.

About you:

We are looking for someone who combines technical expertise with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach. You will be passionate about developing your career, sharing knowledge, and contributing to the success of your clients and your team.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Business or Commerce with a major in Accounting.
• 5-7 years’ experience in professional services, with prior experience in managing a team.
• Proven ability to provide high-quality advisory services to clients and manage client relationships.

Key Attributes

• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage workflows and mentor junior staff.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to deliver practical solutions for clients.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and those around you.
• Team player who enjoys collaborating and contributing to the overall success of the firm.

Location RSM Australia 1/12 Bayly Street Geraldton WA 6530

Salary $90,000 - $117,000 per annum inc super

Open Date 20 October 2026

Close Date 16 November 2026

Why Geraldton?

Geraldton offers a relaxed regional lifestyle without compromising on career opportunity. Located in WA’s mid-west region the town is known for its strong community, beautiful beaches, affordable housing, and all year outdoor living. You’ll enjoy the benefits of regional living while working on diverse and meaningful client work that makes a tangible difference to local businesses.

Life at RSM:

RSM provides a great environment to build skills and confidence and we help our people achieve their best. We are trusted advisors to our clients, so it is critical for us to find the right people for the job on offer. Our network of offices across Australia and around the world allow us to offer a personal service to all our clients regardless of where they are!

Working for RSM entitles everyone to a wide range of leading health, wellness, financial and lifestyle benefits.