Business Advisory Manager: Lead Strategy & Client Growth

William Buck; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive pay

Performance incentives

Paid parental leave

Anniversary and referral bonuses

Modern workplace

Job summary

William Buck is seeking a senior accounting leader in Adelaide to manage a client‑facing portfolio across business advisory, compliance and management accounting. You will drive practical commercial advice, oversee budgets, and mentor a team while delivering high‑quality service to clients.

You will report to a Partner, lead client relationships, and contribute to business development while ensuring timely, accurate financial statements and tax compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related discipline.
• 3+ years’ management experience in professional services.
• Strong experience in business advisory and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop strong client relationships.
• Provide business advisory support, including process improvement, business planning and strategy.
• Oversee statutory compliance work including financial statements, tax returns, BAS, FBT and company secretarial matters.
• Review work for accuracy and completeness before Partner review.
• Manage workflow, job budgets, WIP, billings and collections.
• Allocate work across the team and monitor progress against deadlines and budgets.
• Lead, coach and develop team members through regular feedback and support.
• Review client budgets, cash flow and year‑end tax planning requirements.
• Provide advice on indirect taxes including GST, FBT, payroll tax and stamp duties.
• Prepare and review management reports and client advice.
• Present to clients and contribute to business development activity

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Business advisory

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting

Job description

William Buck is seeking a senior accounting leader in Adelaide to manage a client‑facing portfolio across business advisory, compliance and management accounting. You will drive practical commercial advice, oversee budgets, and mentor a team while delivering high‑quality service to clients.

You will report to a Partner, lead client relationships, and contribute to business development while ensuring timely, accurate financial statements and tax compliance.