Manager | Business Services & Tax

Hedley Scott; Council of the City of Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking accounting firm in Sydney is seeking a Client Manager to lead high-complexity compliance and advisory engagements. The successful candidate will manage client relationships, oversee technical delivery, and mentor a team. This role requires a CA or CPA qualification and 7-8 years of experience in the accounting sector. Join a well-established firm with strong growth opportunities and flexibility in work location.

Qualifications

• 7-8 years' experience in a mid-tier or Big 4 accounting firm.
• Strong private-client tax and accounting exposure.
• Comfortable leading a team and owning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Act as the final reviewer and technical lead on compliance work.
• Manage client relationships and lead engagements.
• Drive business development activities in partnership with senior leadership.

Skills

Client-service orientation

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Technical depth in compliance

Education

CA or CPA qualified

Job description

Summary

A unique opportunity for a Client Manager in a forward-thinking accounting & advisory firm (~150 staff globally) to lead the most complex work, final reviews and client relationships. You'll play a pivotal role in the business, taking ownership of high-value engagements and building deeper client-service relationships while overseeing the technical delivery and final sign-off process.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the final reviewer and technical lead on high-complexity compliance and advisory work prior to partner sign-off.
• Manage client relationships, lead engagements, and be the main point of contact for clients and partners alike.
• Lead and mentor the supervisor team, ensuring high standards of quality, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
• Drive business development activities (client retention, growth, referrals) in partnership with senior leadership.
• Collaborate with offshore and local teams to ensure seamless workflow between the India compliance unit and the Sydney team.

Your Background

• CA or CPA qualified.
• At least 7-8 years' experience in a mid-tier or Big 4 accounting firm, with strong private-client tax and accounting exposure.
• Proven client-service orientation with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong technical depth in compliance, advisory and complex client cases; comfortable leading a team and owning outcomes.
• Comfortable in a hybrid work environment with two Sydney-based offices and offshore support.

Why this role?

• Join a well-established firm with 100+ years of legacy and a strong foothold in Sydney and international operations.
• Lead significant client work, with high technical involvement and high-level exposure to partners and clients.
• Based at a modern Parramatta office or the Sydney CBD, with flexibility, offshore support and opportunity for progression.
• High calibre role with genuine leadership, technical and client engagement scope.

If you are a motivated and ambitious individual looking to take the next step in your career, hit the apply button now for this exciting opportunity or call Luis Martinez on 0461 402 531.