Assistant Manager, Business Services

BDO Administration Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Administration Pty Ltd is seeking an Assistant Manager in Business Services to manage a client base and provide strategic advisory services. You will support partners and lead a diverse team to ensure quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have prior accounting experience, be CA/CPA qualified, and possess strong communication skills. The role is located in Melbourne, Australia, and requires a proactive approach to delivering client services.

Qualifications

• Prior accounting experience in an accounting firm environment.
• CA/CPA qualified.
• General consulting exposure to a range of clients.
• Highly effective communication skills, able to adapt style to suit different audiences.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proactive approach and willingness to bring new ideas to the table.

Responsibilities

• Manage a client base directly with clients, working alongside partners.
• Assist with strategic business discussions and deliver advisory services.
• Lead the operational responsibilities of the Business Services team.
• Review and manage financial statements and income tax returns.
• Deliver tax advisory services across various areas.

Skills

Prior accounting experience in an accounting firm environment

CA/CPA qualified

General consulting exposure to a range of clients

Highly effective communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Job description

Assistant Manager – Business Services

Location: Melbourne, Australia

About the Role

Join BDO’s Business Services group as an Assistant Manager and help clients achieve their goals through strategic advisory and compliance services. You will manage a client base, support partners, and lead a diverse team to deliver quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a client base directly with clients, working alongside partners.
• Assist with strategic business discussions with clients and deliver on strategic advisory services.
• Assist in managing the operational responsibilities of the Business Services team and lead staff across a diverse client base.
• Review and manage the delivery of complex financial statements, consolidated financial statements, and Income Tax Returns prepared by team members.
• Deliver targeted tax advisory services across income tax, CGT, Division 7A, and estate planning.
• Provide tax planning strategies, including trust profit distribution planning, Division 7A management, and Small Business CGT concessions.
• Conduct due diligence reviews of financial statements, tax returns, and FBT returns.
• Oversee the preparation and review of financial accounts and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships, and individuals.
• Undertake ad‑hoc duties as required from time to time.

Qualifications

• Prior accounting experience in an accounting firm environment.
• CA/CPA qualified.
• General consulting exposure to a range of clients.
• Highly effective communication skills, able to adapt style to suit different audiences, and ability to explain complex issues.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Willing and driven, taking a proactive approach.
• Willingness and ability to bring new ideas to the table.

Application

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview process, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail]. BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices.