Manager - Business Advisory

RSM Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Australia in Sydney is seeking an experienced Manager for its Business Advisory team. You will lead, mentor and partner with clients to deliver strategic and commercial insights, shaping the growth of both clients and the firm.

You’ll oversee a diverse client portfolio, guiding accounting, tax, and advisory services while fostering high‑performing teams and strong client relationships. A proactive, development‑oriented professional is essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience in professional services.
• Proven experience managing and developing teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with others.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Exposure to business development and client growth initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Review work papers and ensure appropriate documentation and evidence is maintained
• Apply a deep understanding of clients' industries, business environments, and market positioning
• Take a long‑term, strategic view of client needs, identifying risks, opportunities, and value‑adding solutions
• Provide practical, commercial advice that genuinely enhances clients' businesses
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with current accounting and legal standards
• Analyse management accounting reports and provide clear, actionable insights to clients
• Design, develop, and analyse financial models
• Identify, research, and resolve complex accounting and technical issues
• Review income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships, and superannuation funds
• Deliver complex tax planning strategies for clients
• Manage team workflow, delegate effectively, and communicate regularly with Partners
• Review and develop the work of junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices
• Build and maintain strong, trusted client relationships

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Autonomous working

Professional development

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Commerce with an Accounting major

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Manager to join our Business Advisory team in Sydney. This is a key leadership role where you'll partner closely with clients, provide strategic and commercial advice, and play an active role in developing and mentoring high-performing teams.

You’ll work across a diverse client portfolio, delivering high-quality accounting, tax, and advisory services while contributing to the growth and success of both your clients and the wider firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Review work papers and ensure appropriate documentation and evidence is maintained
• Apply a deep understanding of clients' industries, business environments, and market positioning
• Take a long‑term, strategic view of client needs, identifying risks, opportunities, and value‑adding solutions
• Provide practical, commercial advice that genuinely enhances clients' businesses
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with current accounting and legal standards
• Analyse management accounting reports and provide clear, actionable insights to clients
• Design, develop, and analyse financial models
• Identify, research, and resolve complex accounting and technical issues
• Review income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships, and superannuation funds
• Deliver complex tax planning strategies for clients
• Manage team workflow, delegate effectively, and communicate regularly with Partners
• Review and develop the work of junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices
• Build and maintain strong, trusted client relationships

You're a confident, commercially minded professional who enjoys leading people and working closely with clients. You're technically strong, proactive in your approach, and committed to continuous learning and development.

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Commerce with an Accounting major
• 5-7 years' experience in professional services
• Proven experience managing and developing teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with others
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Exposure to business development and client growth initiatives

What can I earn as a Business Advisory Manager