Manager Business Advisory Services

The Andersen Partnership; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

Structured professional development

Firm-funded salary continuance

Vibrant culture with social activities

Dress for your day

Job summary

The Andersen Partnership is seeking a Manager or Senior Manager to join its Sydney-based Business Advisory practice. You will serve as a trusted advisor to ambitious business owners, guiding them on tax planning, structuring, growth opportunities and cash flow while ensuring compliance with Australian accounting standards.

You will lead and mentor a team of accountants, collaborate across service lines, and deliver bespoke, commercially viable solutions.

Qualifications

• CA or CPA qualification or equivalent is required.
• Experience at Manager or Senior Manager level in public practice advisory is required.
• Strong client advisory and commercial acumen are essential.
• Leadership and collaboration with cross-functional teams are expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic client advisory on tax planning, structuring, growth and cash flow.
• Lead and mentor junior to mid-level accountants.
• Partner with cross-functional service lines to deliver bespoke solutions.
• Engage in firm culture and contribute to team activities.

Skills

CA/CPA qualified

Public practice experience

Team leadership

Client advisory

Commercial acumen

Problem solving

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Job description

Position Overview: Manager / Senior Manager - Business Advisory

My client is a well-established, multi-disciplinary accounting and advisory network across Australia and New Zealand. With a history spanning over a century and a footprint of more than 1,000 professional staff, they specialise in holistic client service that goes far beyond standard compliance. They foster an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are championed, and individual contributions are directly recognised.

They are actively seeking an experienced Manager or Senior Manager to join their Sydney-based Business Advisory practice. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to ambitious business owners and leaders, navigating operational hurdles, optimising financial management, and steering strategic growth.

What You Will Do

• Strategic Client Advisory: Advise business clients on tax planning, structuring, growth opportunities, and cash flow management, ensuring full compliance with Australian accounting standards.


• Team Leadership & Development: Mentor, coach, and guide junior to intermediate accountants, actively sharing technical knowledge and fostering a collaborative team environment.


• Tailored Solutions Delivery: Partner closely with cross-functional service lines to deliver bespoke, commercially viable solutions that drive long-term client value.


• Culture Contribution: Engage actively in firm culture, whether through team catch-ups, knowledge-sharing sessions, or after-work social activities.

Candidate Profile

• Qualifications: CA or CPA qualified (or equivalent recognised credential).


• Experience: Demonstrated track record operating at a Manager or Senior Manager level within public practice business services or advisory.


• Commercial Acumen: Strong desire to build authentic client relationships and deliver advice that drives measurable commercial results.


• Collaboration & Innovation: A team-first mindset with a proactive, innovative approach to problem-solving and process improvement.


• Leadership Ambition: Drive to advance your professional career within a supportive, high-performing environment.

What My Client Offers

• Flexibility: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements designed to support a sustainable work-life balance.


• Professional Growth: Structured career progression frameworks and dedicated professional development support.


• Comprehensive Benefits: Firm-funded salary continuance insurance and competitive reward structures.


• Vibrant Culture: A social, collegiate atmosphere featuring bi-monthly team lunches, an active social club, run clubs, yoga, and personal training initiatives.


• Modern Work Environment: \"Dress for your day\" policy and an inclusive, values-driven team dynamic.