Assistant Manager - Business Advisory

Moore Australia; Geelong; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Professional development

Parental leave

EAP

Job summary

Moore Australia Geelong is seeking an Assistant Manager in the Business Advisory division. You will work with Directors, Managers and the team to provide technical advice across accounting, compliance and advisory services while delivering exceptional client service.

The role focuses on understanding client circumstances and supporting the smooth running of the team. With 5+ years in professional services, you’ll oversee workflow, budgets and client deliverables, while guiding junior staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in professional services with strong tax & accounting focus.
• Experience handling large client groups and complex structures.
• Proven ability to manage workflow, deadlines, budgets, and client deliverables.
• Exposure to mentoring and developing junior team members.
• Broad knowledge across income tax, CGT, GST, payroll tax, consolidation and transfer pricing.
• Basic exposure to international tax areas (TOFA, thin capitalisation, country-by-country reporting).
• Evidence of business development and fee growth within existing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice across accounting, compliance and advisory matters for clients.
• Build deep understanding of client circumstances to tailor services.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and communicate progress of work to Directors and clients.
• Lead and support the Business Advisory team with day-to-day guidance.
• Contribute to firm culture and participate in firm-wide initiatives.

Skills

Tax expertise

Accounting proficiency

Client relationship management

People management

Workflow & budgeting

Business advisory knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

CA/CPA or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

As an Assistant Manager within the Business Advisory division, the role forms part of the broader leadership group and works closely with Directors, Managers and the Business Advisory team to provide clients with technical advice and guidance across accounting, compliance and advisory services. The role is responsible for delivering exceptional client service by developing a strong understanding of each client’s circumstances and supporting the smooth running of the Business Advisory team.

As an Assistant Manager within the Business Advisory division, the role forms part of the broader leadership group and works closely with Directors, Managers and the Business Advisory team to provide clients with technical advice and guidance across accounting, compliance and advisory services. The role is responsible for delivering exceptional client service by developing a strong understanding of each client’s circumstances and supporting the smooth running of the Business Advisory team.

Job Requirements

• At least 5 years’ experience in professional services, with a strong focus on tax and accounting
• Experience working with larger client groups and complex business structures, including multiple entities and technically complex matters
• Demonstrated experience managing workflow, deadlines, budgets and client deliverables
• Exposure to people management, including supporting, guiding and developing junior team members
• Broad experience across accounting and tax matters, including income tax, CGT, FBT, GST, payroll tax, entity structures, Division 7A, consolidation, tax effect accounting, superannuation and transfer pricing
• Basic exposure to more complex tax areas such as international tax, TOFA, thin capitalisation and country-by-country reporting
• Experience building client relationships, identifying business development opportunities and contributing to fee growth through existing client relationships
• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) or similar undergraduate degree.
• Professional certification – Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) or equivalent and supporting professional development including maintaining the required CPD hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Client Service and Advisory
  • Provide technical advice and guidance to clients across accounting, compliance and advisory matters.
  • Develop an in-depth understanding of each client’s circumstances to support the delivery of tailored services.
  • Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the external business environment, including political, social, economic and demographic trends, as well as industry-specific developments
• Workflow Management
  • Monitor workflow across the Business Advisory team.
  • Disseminate information internally and to clients as required.
  • Advise Directors on the progress of current work
• Team Leadership and Support
  • Work collaboratively with Managers to guide and lead the Business Advisory team.
  • Support the team to ensure internal and external stakeholder expectations are met.
  • Guide and assist junior team members.
  • Provide clear direction, training and day-to-day support to team members
• Firm Contribution
  • Establish and maintain collaborative relationships across the organisation.
  • Contribute to the culture of the team and broader firm by actively participating in firm-wide events and initiatives.
  • Participate in client functions, training, social commitments and peer group facilitation.
  • Contribute to the improvement of firm processes and technical development through involvement in committees and internal training

Job Benefits

We support our team with a benefits package focused on professional reach and personal wellbeing:

• Global Reach & Development: Access to comprehensive L&D opportunities and the ability to leverage our national and global network for career growth.
• Flexibility & Balance: Hybrid working arrangements, purchased leave options, and generous paid parental leave.
• Health & Wellbeing: Full access to our EAP, annual flu shots, and skin checks.
• Culture: A supportive team environment featuring a calendar full of social events.

Moore Australia (VIC/TAS) is a member of the Moore Australia network and Moore Global network. We have 180 team members and 26 Directors across four locations. We are on an exciting growth path that will deliver on our mission by helping our clients thrive by providing a full service offering across 12 service lines.

We are passionate about our culture that values inclusion and diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to building an inclusive workplace that encourages applications from diverse backgrounds that represents all sectors of the community. Please contact us at [e-mail] to discuss making any adjustments to the recruitment process for your accessibility requirements.