Senior Client Manager & Accounting Leader

Daniels Recruitment; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniels Recruitment in Newcastle, NSW, is seeking a Client Manager / Senior Accountant for Business Services and Compliance. You will lead client meetings, mentor junior accountants, review their work, manage WIP and drive monthly KPI reports.

Candidates should have at least five years' public practice experience in Australia, a degree in accounting, and CA or CPA progress. The firm offers strong training, career progression, and a salary range of AUD 100,000–135,000 plus superannuation.

Qualifications

• Five years' experience in Australian public practice.
• Degree in accounting is required.
• CA or CPA qualifications, or nearing completion.
• Strong compliance skills and advisory mindset.
• Experience mentoring junior staff and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead client meetings to discuss results, objectives and future goals.
• Mentor junior accountants and review their work.
• Manage WIP and ensure team productivity against deadlines.
• Develop KPIs and monthly management reports.
• Provide tax planning proposals and prepare financial statements, reconciliations, and BAS.

Skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Team leadership

Client meetings

WIP management

Education

Degree in accounting

CA or CPA qualifications

Job description

Daniels Recruitment in Newcastle, NSW, is seeking a Client Manager / Senior Accountant for Business Services and Compliance. You will lead client meetings, mentor junior accountants, review their work, manage WIP and drive monthly KPI reports.

Candidates should have at least five years' public practice experience in Australia, a degree in accounting, and CA or CPA progress. The firm offers strong training, career progression, and a salary range of AUD 100,000–135,000 plus superannuation.