Business Services Manager

Rezonate Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Rezonate Recruitment is seeking a Business Services Manager for a Top 100 AFR accounting firm in Sydney. You’ll manage a diverse client portfolio, oversee business services and tax advice, and work closely with Partners in a supportive, collaborative environment.

This role suits an experienced Business Services professional who enjoys managing client relationships, leading compliance and advisory engagements, mentoring junior teammates and helping grow the practice.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in Australian public practice.
• CA/CPA qualification required.
• Strong skills in business services and tax compliance.
• Experience reviewing financial statements and tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients across business services, tax compliance and advisory.
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements and tax returns.
• Build and maintain client relationships and provide practical advice to add value.
• Coach and develop junior team members.
• Collaborate with Partners on client matters and business development initiatives.

Skills

Client relationships

Tax compliance

Financial statements

Advisory services

Education

CA/CPA qualified

Job description

Business Services Manager | Top 100 AFR Accounting Firm

Ready to take the next step in your public practice career with a firm that values technical expertise, commercial thinking and strong client relationships?

Join a highly regarded Top 100 AFR accounting firm where you’ll manage a diverse portfolio of clients, deliver high-quality business services and tax advice, and work closely with experienced Partners in a supportive and collaborative environment.

This opportunity is suited to an experienced Business Services professional who enjoys managing client relationships, overseeing compliance and advisory engagements, and supporting the development of junior team members.

About the Firm

This established accounting firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality Tax, Business Services and Advisory solutions to a diverse client base.

With a collaborative culture and a strong focus on client service, the firm provides Managers with the opportunity to take ownership of their portfolios, work closely with Partners and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.

Your Day-to-Day

You’ll take responsibility for managing client engagements from start to finish, balancing technical delivery, client relationship management and advisory support.

Working closely with Partners and the wider team, you’ll help deliver practical accounting and tax solutions while ensuring clients receive a high standard of service.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage a portfolio of clients across business services, tax compliance and advisory
• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements, tax returns and related compliance work
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing practical advice and identifying opportunities to add value
• Work closely with Partners on client matters and business development initiatives
• Review work prepared by Accountants and Senior Accountants, ensuring accuracy and quality
• Provide guidance, coaching and support to junior team members
• Manage deadlines, workflow and engagement budgets across your portfolio
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance client service
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Australian tax legislation and relevant accounting standards

Client Profile

You’ll work with a varied portfolio of clients, which may include:

• Privately owned businesses and private groups
• Companies, trusts and consolidated groups
• High-net-worth individuals and family groups
• Investment and property groups
• Professional services organisations
• Growing businesses requiring ongoing accounting, tax and advisory support

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Manager-level opportunity within a respected Top 100 AFR accounting firm
• Manage a varied and engaging client portfolio
• Develop your technical expertise across business services, taxation and advisory
• Work closely with experienced Partners and senior professionals
• Take an active role in mentoring and developing junior team members
• Contribute to client relationships and the growth of the practice
• Join a collaborative team with a focus on professional development and career progression
• Competitive remuneration package aligned with your experience

What We’re Looking For

• CA/CPA qualified
• Approximately 5+ years’ experience within Australian public practice
• Strong experience across business services and tax compliance
• Experience reviewing financial statements and tax returns
• Confidence managing client relationships and handling client queries
• Experience mentoring or reviewing the work of junior team members
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
• A proactive approach, with an interest in developing commercially focused client relationships