Business Services Manager

MW Recruitment; Darwin; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced accounting professional for a leadership role in public practice accounting based in Darwin. The ideal candidate will manage client portfolios, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with senior leadership. This role offers a competitive salary of $100,000 to $135,000 per year and a supportive work environment that values growth and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in public practice accounting.
• 1+ year of leadership or mentoring experience.
• Strong communicator with a positive, team-focused leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own portfolio of clients and ensure delivery of high-quality services.
• Mentor, train, and support junior team members.
• Collaborate with Partners and senior leadership to drive division performance.
• Provide high-level tax and business advisory services to clients.

Skills

Public practice accounting experience

Leadership or mentoring

Effective communication

Education

CA/CPA qualified or near completion

Job description

This range is provided by MW Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr

Overview

Recruitment | Public Practice Accounting

Step into a Leadership Role in Public Practice Accounting – Based in Darwin

Are you an experienced accounting professional ready to step into a leadership role? This is a rare opportunity to join a close-knit, highly regarded team that values collaboration, growth, and genuine work-life balance.

This growing Business & Tax Advisory team is seeking a leadership-focused accounting professional to manage a portfolio of clients while mentoring and supporting junior staff. You’ll play a key role in maintaining high service standards, reviewing completed work, and building strong, lasting relationships with clients.

Depending on your experience, you may join at the Assistant Manager, Manager, or Senior Manager level, with scope and salary reflective of your title.

What We’re Looking For

• 4+ years’ experience in public practice accounting
• 1+ year of leadership or mentoring experience (title not essential)
• CA/CPA qualified or near completion
• Based in or willing to relocate to Darwin
• Strong communicator with a positive, team-focused leadership style

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your own portfolio of clients and ensure delivery of high-quality services
• Mentor, train, and support junior team members
• Collaborate with Partners and senior leadership to drive division performance
• Provide high-level tax and business advisory services to a range of clients
• Flexible working hours: early starts and finishes available
• Career pathway support with clear internal progression
• Access to a variety of learning and development resources
• Social program and occasional global opportunities through the wider network

How to Apply

Apply through LinkedIn now or email your resume directly to [e-mail]. For further information, please call Kira Battley, B.Bus (Acc) on 07 3009 6400 or Direct Line 0447 252 988.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting