Manager - Restructuring & Recovery

BPT The Birdanco Practice Trust; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Australia is seeking a Manager in Brisbane to lead corporate and personal insolvency engagements within the Restructuring & Recovery team. You will mentor junior staff, liaise with Partners, and deliver high-quality advisory services while managing complex engagements.

You will guide investigations, financial analysis, and stakeholder communications, ensuring deadlines are met and professional standards are upheld.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce or Accounting.
• CA or equivalent professional qualification.
• 5+ years' experience within restructuring, insolvency or professional services.
• Previous experience leading and developing team members.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of corporate and personal insolvency appointments.
• Lead engagement planning, execution and delivery with Partners.
• Provide specialist restructuring and insolvency advice across the firm.
• Supervise, mentor and develop junior team members.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations and critical deadlines.
• Review and prepare complex financial analyses and investigative reports.

Skills

Insolvency

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Financial Analysis

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Commerce/Accounting

CA or equivalent qualification

Tools

ARITA Insolvency Education Program

Job description

OUR VALUE PROPOSITION At RSM, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change for both our clients and our people. RSM Australia supports a people-centric and collaborative culture where we are committed to empowering and developing you. As a leading professional services firm, we connect you to an extensive network of global resources and invest in your future. We value the meaningful work that you do and encourage you to be a part of the change. Our value proposition is our commitment to you; it highlights the experiences, benefits, and value that you can expect as part of RSM. This is underpinned by our three values – integrity in everything that we do, supporting clients everywhere, and developing and valuing everyone. Who we are: RSM Australia is a member of RSM, the world’s 6th largest network of audit, tax and consulting firms. We are an award-winning professional services firm with over 100 years experience supporting Australian businesses. We believe in putting people first and we are proud to have developed a work culture that fosters growth, collaboration and success.

About the role

Help businesses navigate change. Lead complex engagements. Shape the future of a growing team. At RSM, we support businesses through some of their most critical moments. As a Manager in our Brisbane Restructuring & Recovery team, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality insolvency, restructuring and advisory services while leading and developing the next generation of professionals. This is an opportunity to join a highly respected national team, work on a diverse range of engagements, build strong client relationships, and make a genuine impact for businesses facing financial and operational challenges.

The Opportunity

As Manager, you'll lead a portfolio of personal and corporate insolvency engagements while working closely with Partners and senior stakeholders. You'll provide technical expertise, mentor junior team members, and ensure matters are delivered efficiently and to the highest professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate a range of corporate and personal insolvency appointments
• Lead engagement planning, execution and delivery
• Provide specialist restructuring and insolvency advice across the firm
• Supervise, mentor and develop junior team members
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations and critical deadlines
• Conduct investigations and interviews with directors and bankrupts
• Liaise with financiers, lawyers, agents, auctioneers and other stakeholders
• Review and prepare formal reports, correspondence and stakeholder communications
• Oversee asset realisations and engagement outcomes
• Prepare and review complex financial analysis and investigative reports
• Identify and resolve technical and commercial issues
• Share industry knowledge and best practice across the team
• Contribute to business development initiatives and market presence

About you

Essential

Business, Commerce or Accounting degree CA or equivalent professional qualification 5+ years' experience within restructuring, insolvency or professional services

Previous experience leading and developing team members

Strong technical insolvency knowledge

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities

Desirable

Completed ARITA Insolvency Education Program

Business development and client relationship experience

Join a Team That Makes an Impact

At RSM, you'll work on complex and rewarding engagements that help businesses, individuals and communities navigate change with confidence. If you're looking for a leadership opportunity where you can develop your career, mentor others and make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Life at RSM

RSM provides a great environment to build skills and confidence and we help our people achieve their best. We are trusted advisors to our clients, so it is critical for us to find the right people for the job on offer. Our network of offices across Australia and around the world allow us to offer a personal service to all our clients regardless of where they are! Working for RSM entitles everyone to a wide range of leading health, wellness financial and lifestyle benefits.

When you choose RSM, you're selecting more than just a job. You're becoming part of an esteemed accounting firm that has consistently been recognized for its excellence. We are dedicated to creating an environment where you are valued for your expertise, but also for who you are as an individual. We believe that success stems from a collective effort, and we foster a collaborative atmosphere where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued and your contributions are recognised. When you choose RSM, you're selecting more than just a job. You're becoming part of an esteemed accounting firm that has consistently been recognized for its excellence. Our unwavering commitment to client satisfaction has earned us the prestigious title of Best Accounting and Consulting Firm for five consecutive years. Be part of a team that continues to set the standard for excellence and connect you to an extensive network of national and global resources.