Client Manager/Senior Accountant

Maclean Partners; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A genuine pathway to equity

Your own client portfolio

1.30 pm finish every Friday

Birthday leave

Free parking

Friendly, stable team

Job summary

Maclean Partners Accountants & Advisers in Townsville/Charters Towers is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant / Client Manager to manage a portfolio of business and individual clients. You’ll perform hands-on accounting, tax work, and ongoing relationship management while mentoring staff and contributing to technical growth.

There is a genuine pathway to equity for the right candidate, with a 1:30 pm finish every Friday, birthday leave, and subsidised parking.

Qualifications

• Experience in public practice accounting and tax work.
• CA or CPA qualification, or nearing completion.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own client portfolio and build lasting relationships.
• Prepare and review financial statements, tax returns and related compliance work.
• Lead tax planning and business advisory discussions.
• Mentor junior accountants and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Understand client needs and identify opportunities beyond compliance.

Skills

Client relationship management

Public accounting knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Job description

Maclean Partners Accountants & Advisers | Townsville or Charters Towers

Looking for a role where you can build strong client relationships, contribute beyond compliance and see a long‑term future for yourself?

Maclean Partners has served North Queensland for more than 40 years, bringing accounting, tax and financial planning together under one roof. We’re looking for an experienced Senior Accountant / Client Manager to join our Townsville or Charters Towers office.

Whether you’re ready to step into client management or already managing a portfolio and looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to talk.

The opportunity

You’ll manage your own portfolio of business and individual clients, combining hands‑on accounting and tax work with practical advice and ongoing relationship management. You’ll also review work and mentor our accountants, helping build their technical skills and confidence.

For someone interested in a future ownership role, we offer a genuine pathway to equity.

What you’ll do

• Manage your own client portfolio and build lasting relationships.
• Prepare and review financial statements, tax returns and associated compliance work.
• Lead tax planning and business advisory discussions.
• Understand your clients’ needs and identify opportunities to provide support beyond compliance.
• Review team members’ work and provide clear, constructive guidance.
• Mentor our accountants and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

What you’ll bring

• CA or CPA qualifications, or be nearing completion.
• 5 or more years experience in public practice.
• Strong accounting and taxation knowledge.
• Confidence communicating with clients and explaining technical matters clearly.
• The ability to manage priorities and take ownership of your work.
• An interest in supporting others and building your leadership skills.
• Above all, you enjoy working with people. You want to understand the businesses behind the numbers and build relationships—not simply complete the next return.

Why Maclean Partners?

• A genuine pathway to equity for someone seeking a long‑term future with the firm.
• Your own client portfolio, with the opportunity to build relationships and make a meaningful contribution.
• A 1.30 pm finish every Friday.
• Birthday leave to enjoy your day.
• Free, easy suburban car parking
• A friendly, stable team that invests in your professional growth.