Business Advisory Manager — Lead Clients & Teams

rsmaus; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness program

Lifestyle benefits

Job summary

RSM Australia is seeking an experienced Manager to join our Business Advisory team in Sydney. This is a key leadership role where you'll partner closely with clients, provide strategic and commercial advice, and play an active role in developing and mentoring high‑performing teams.

You'll work across a diverse client portfolio, delivering high‑quality accounting, tax, and advisory services while contributing to the growth and success of both your clients and the wider firm.

Qualifications

• Essential: Bachelor's degree in Business or Commerce with an accounting major.
• Essential: CA qualification (or equivalent).
• Essential: 5–7 years' experience in professional services.
• Essential: Proven experience managing and developing teams.
• Essential: Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Essential: High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Essential: Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with others.
• Essential: Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Review client work papers and ensure documentation is maintained.
• Apply understanding of clients' industries, environments, and market positioning.
• Take a long-term, strategic view of client needs and identify risks and opportunities.
• Provide practical, commercial advice that enhances clients' businesses.
• Prepare and review financial statements per current standards.
• Analyse management accounting reports and provide actionable insights.
• Design, develop, and analyse financial models.
• Identify, research, and resolve complex accounting issues.
• Review income tax returns for various entities and funds.
• Deliver complex tax planning strategies for clients.
• Manage team workflow and delegate effectively with Partners.
• Review and develop junior team members' work and share knowledge.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Attention to detail

Autonomy

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Commerce with an Accounting major

CA qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

RSM Australia is seeking an experienced Manager to join our Business Advisory team in Sydney. This is a key leadership role where you'll partner closely with clients, provide strategic and commercial advice, and play an active role in developing and mentoring high‑performing teams.

You'll work across a diverse client portfolio, delivering high‑quality accounting, tax, and advisory services while contributing to the growth and success of both your clients and the wider firm.