Assistant Manager, Business Services

BDO in Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO in Australia is seeking an Assistant Manager in Business Services based in Melbourne. This role involves managing a diverse client base and ensuring the delivery of high-quality advisory and compliance services.

The candidate should have a CA/CPA qualification and previous experience in an accounting firm. You will collaborate closely with clients and staff to provide tax advisory services and manage financial statements effectively.

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.
• Willing and proactive, eager to bring new ideas.

Responsibilities

• Manage a client base directly with clients, working alongside partners.
• Assist with strategic business discussions and deliver on strategic advisory services.
• Support management of the operational responsibilities of the team.
• Manage and lead staff across a diverse client base.
• Review and manage the delivery of financial statements and tax returns.
• Deliver targeted tax advisory services and planning strategies.
• Conduct due diligence reviews and oversee preparation of accounts.
• Undertake ad-hoc duties as required.

Skills

Prior accounting experience in an accounting firm environment

CA/CPA qualified

Effective communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Willing and proactive

Job description

We’re BDO, a global professional services firm connected to local markets.

About The Role

Assistant Manager – Business Services, Melbourne. The Business Services group ensures clients’ success by adding value through strategic advisory and compliance services. The role involves working with clients ranging from small to medium sized businesses, private family groups, and high net worth individuals.

Responsibilities

• Manage a client base directly with clients, working alongside partners.
• Assist with strategic business discussions and deliver on strategic advisory services.
• Support management of the operational responsibilities of the Business Services team.
• Manage and lead staff across a diverse client base, ensuring collaboration and high‑quality outcomes.
• 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 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.

About You

• 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 explain complex issues clearly.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Willing and proactive, eager to bring new ideas to the table.

BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices.