Assistant Manager, Business Services

BDO; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO in Melbourne is seeking an Assistant Manager to join our Business Services group. You will work directly with clients and partners, helping deliver strategic advisory and compliance services across a diverse client base.

You will lead and develop staff, review complex financial statements and tax returns, and contribute to planning on income tax, CGT, and estate planning. CA/CPA qualification is required.

Qualifications

• Prior accounting experience in an accounting firm environment.
• Strong communication skills, able to explain complex issues to diverse audiences.
• Willingness to bring new ideas and act proactively.
• Good attention to detail and rigorous approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Managing a client base directly with clients, working alongside partners.
• Assisting with strategic business discussions with clients and delivering on strategic advisory services.
• Assist in management of the operational responsibilities of the Business Services team.
• Ability to manage and lead staff across a diverse client base.
• Review and manage the delivery of complex financial statements and 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.
• Conducting 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.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Proactive

Client management

Leadership

Education

CA/CPA qualified

Job description

We’re BDO, a global professional services firm connected to local markets. Our people work together to provide specialist expertise, helping businesses achieve their goals.We inspire others, to go further. We create together, to reach higher. We build trust, to lead purposefully.Whether you're building your future or starting your career with us, you won’t do it alone. From creating solutions for our clients to building careers for our people, we shape what matters , and that’s where you come in.About the RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Manager to join our Business Services group in Melbourne. The Business Services group ensures our clients’ success by adding value to every aspect of their business through the provision of world-class strategic advisory and compliance services. BDO's business advisers understand growth and success in the Australian and international markets and focus on helping our clients understand their business and provide practical strategies to help them succeed.With a strategic focus on business advisory consulting work in relation to small to medium sized businesses, private family groups, and high net wealth individuals, our team provides an amazing opportunity to work across a number of industries. We are looking to build our team to help us provide knowledge and support that goes beyond everyday accounting and compliance needs to our clients. Our role is to help you with your continued development as a professional in relation to technical, business development and people skills – so that you can successfully progress within our firm.Responsibilities include:Managing a client base directly with clients, working alongside partnersAssisting with strategic business discussions with clients and delivering on strategic advisory servicesAssist in management of the operational responsibilities of the Business Services team;Ability to manage and lead staff across a diverse client base.Manage and lead staff across a diverse client base, ensuring collaboration and high-quality outcomesReview and manage the delivery of complex financial statements and consolidated financial statements and Income Tax Returns prepared by team membersDeliver 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.Conducting due diligence reviews of financial statements, tax returns, and FBT returnsOversee 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 YouPrior accounting experience in an accounting firm environmentCA/CPA qualifiedGeneral consulting exposure to a range of clients.Highly effective communication skills, able to adapt style to suit different audiences, and ability to explain complex issuesStrong attention to detailIs willing and driven, takes a proactive approachWillingness and ability to bring new ideas to the table.Why BDO?Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm.Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways.We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible.Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience.Our inclusive culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive).We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2025-2026 by Diversity Council of Australia and a 2026-2028 Employer Committed to Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. 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]