Partner, Accounting & Tax, Bathurst

Lawson Delaney; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear career progression

Autonomy with national backing

Lead local Bathurst team

Excellent lifestyle in Bathurst

Job summary

Lawson Delaney is seeking an experienced Accounting & Tax leader to join their Bathurst office, with a clear pathway to Associate Partner or Partner. Lead the local team, own an established client portfolio, and deliver tax, structuring and advisory services within a respected national firm.

The role offers genuine autonomy, mentorship, and the opportunity to shape the Bathurst practice while collaborating with partners across the national network.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of accounting and tax teams.
• Strong capability in delivering tax, structuring and business advisory solutions.
• Mentor and develop staff within a regional practice.
• Experience managing and growing a client portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Accounting & Tax team in Bathurst, collaborating with national partners.
• Manage and grow a strong client portfolio across SME, agricultural and high-net-worth clients.
• Deliver tax planning, structuring and advisory services.
• Mentor and develop the local Bathurst team and contribute to growth strategy.
• Build relationships across the Bathurst region and national network.

Skills

Leadership

Tax advisory

Mentoring

Business development

Education

CA/CPA preferred

Job description

Lawson Delaney is Melbourne's leading firm when it comes to assisting Wealth Management and Accounting Practices achieve their business objective.

We are seeking an experienced Accounting & Tax leader to join one of Australia’s respected professional services firms in their Bathurst office. This appointment forms part of the firm’s regional growth and succession planning, offering the opportunity to take ownership of an established client portfolio and lead the local Accounting & Tax practice.

What’s On Offer

• Appointment at either Associate Partner or Partner level, with a pathway to further progression
• Well established portfolio of SME, agricultural and high-net-worth clients
• Genuine autonomy with the backing of national resources and brand strength & reputation
• The opportunity to lead a local team and shape the direction of the Bathurst practice
• High quality of life in Bathurst with excellent schools and lifestyle balance

About the Role

You Will Lead The Accounting & Tax Team In Bathurst While Collaborating With Partners Across The National Network.

• Managing and growing a strong client portfolio
• Delivering tax, structuring and business advisory solutions
• Mentoring and developing the local team
• Contributing to the practice’s growth and strategic direction
• Building relationships across the region

Why this opportunity

This role offers the chance to take on a leadership position with real autonomy and clear progression potential, supported by a national firm that values both professional growth and regional community.

For a confidential discussion, contact Barry Hodson at [e-mail]

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