Business Advisory Services Manager

PKF Australia; Scone; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WFH & office arrangements

Professional development & training

Team events & activities

Work-life balance initiatives

Job summary

PKF Australia in NSW is seeking an experienced Business Advisory Services Manager to lead a high-performing team, deepen client relationships and deliver strategic accounting, taxation and advisory services.

Based in Newcastle or Scone with flexible work arrangements, you will supervise financial statements, tax compliance, and client growth opportunities while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with Partners.

Qualifications

• CA or CPA qualification required.
• Strong advisory experience in a Chartered Accounting environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset and leadership capability.

Responsibilities

• Manage and strengthen client relationships to deliver continued growth.
• Provide proactive business advisory, taxation and accounting solutions.
• Review and oversee preparation of financial statements and tax compliance work.
• Support and mentor junior team members and collaborate with Partners.
• Lead, develop and motivate the advisory team.
• Contribute to business development and client growth opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Strategic advisory

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Tools

Xero

MYOB

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and work with a diverse portfolio of clients while helping businesses grow and succeed?

PKF is seeking an experienced Business Advisory Services Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to expand their leadership responsibilities, work closely with a broad client base, and build a long-term career with a clear pathway to senior leadership and potential Partnership.

Choose the Lifestyle That Suits You

If you're based in Scone, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with regional businesses and develop strong relationships within the local community. This role is ideal for someone who has an affinity with rural people and businesses and enjoys helping regional enterprises grow, succeed and overcome challenges.

Whether you enjoy the relaxed pace and country lifestyle of Scone, with its open spaces, fresh air and strong sense of community, or prefer the vibrancy of Newcastle's CBD, with its growing business community, coastal lifestyle and thriving hospitality scene, PKF offers the flexibility to build your career in the location that best suits you.

Why Join PKF?

• Clear career progression pathway with opportunities to advance into senior leadership and Partnership
• Based in our Newcastle or Scone office with flexible work arrangements available
• Enjoy the best of regional or city living while working with a leading professional services firm
• Work with a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of industries and business sizes
• Lead, mentor and develop team members while building your own leadership capability
• Supportive and collaborative culture that values initiative, innovation and teamwork
• National award-winning firm with strong local relationships and a people-first approach

The Opportunity

As a Business Advisory Manager, you will be a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic accounting, taxation and business advisory services while leading and supporting a high-performing team.

You will:

• Manage and strengthen client relationships
• Deliver proactive business advisory, taxation and accounting solutions
• Review and oversee preparation of financial statements and tax compliance work
• Support and mentor junior team members
• Work closely with Partners and leadership teams
• Contribute to business development and client growth opportunities
• Help drive exceptional outcomes for clients and the wider team

This role is ideal for a motivated professional who thrives on building relationships, solving problems and creating value for clients while progressing their own career.

About You

You will bring:

• CA or CPA qualification
• Strong experience within Business Services and Advisory in a Chartered Accounting environment
• Sound technical accounting and taxation knowledge
• Experience using Xero and MYOB
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• Leadership capability and a genuine desire to develop others

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Clear pathway to senior leadership and Partnership for those seeking a long-term career
• WFH and office working arrangements
• Professional development and ongoing training
• Collaborative and inclusive culture
• Work-life balance and wellbeing initiatives
• Team events and social activities

This is an office-based role with work locations available in Newcastle or Scone, NSW. Remote arrangements are not available for this position.