Client Lead - Public Practice (Hybrid, Flexible Hours)

Candor Recruitment; Sutherland Shire Council; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid working

No timesheets

Job summary

Candor Recruitment presents an opportunity for a Client Manager in Public Practice to lead a portfolio of clients in a local Sutherland accounting firm. You will oversee accounting, taxation compliance and advisory services, coordinating with directors and a broader team on a range of client matters.

You will mentor and delegate work to offshore teams, build strong client relationships, and contribute to firm growth with flexible hours and hybrid arrangements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in public practice accounting.
• CA or CPA qualification, or progress towards completion.
• Experience managing a client portfolio and taking ownership of deliverables and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Xero and MYOB across multiple systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients and oversee accounting, tax compliance and business advisory.
• Assist directors with restructures, sales and acquisitions and other projects.
• Prepare and review financial statements and tax returns for various entities.
• Provide practical business and tax advice to help clients achieve objectives.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as the main point of contact.
• Conduct client meetings to discuss financial performance and opportunities for value-add.
• Coordinate and review offshore work for accuracy and timeliness.

Skills

Client management

Communication

Offshore delegation

Team leadership

Education

CA/CPA qualification (in progress)

Tools

Xero

MYOB

Job description

Candor Recruitment presents an opportunity for a Client Manager in Public Practice to lead a portfolio of clients in a local Sutherland accounting firm. You will oversee accounting, taxation compliance and advisory services, coordinating with directors and a broader team on a range of client matters.

You will mentor and delegate work to offshore teams, build strong client relationships, and contribute to firm growth with flexible hours and hybrid arrangements.