Assistant Manager

BDO in New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Auckland is seeking a dynamic Manager to join our Business Advisory Services team. In this client-focused role, you will lead and coach junior staff, ensuring their professional development and success.

Your high emotional intelligence and coaching skills will be key to fostering a supportive and productive team environment. You will deliver high-quality business advisory services, manage client relationships, and contribute to innovative solutions and future leadership opportunities.

Qualifications

• CA or equivalent qualification is required.
• Strong accounting skills and knowledge of business advisory services.
• Experience as a senior accountant or assistant manager in a chartered firm (Big 4 or mid-tier).
• Experience in training, mentoring, or reviewing junior staff is advantageous.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and meet deadlines.
• Excellent client relationship management, ideally as the primary client contact.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor junior staff, guiding skills and career progression.
• Deliver high-quality business advisory services leveraging expertise.
• Collaborate with team to develop innovative client solutions and strategies.
• Manage client relationships and deliver outstanding client experiences.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of services and processes.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Client relationships

Communication

Mentoring

Education

CA or equivalent

Job description

BE YOUR BEST AT BDO BDO is one of the world’s leading accountancy and advisory organisations. We have clients of all types and sizes, in every sector. But that’s only part of the story. Our business is built on relationships. We focus on what is important to you and adopt a partnership-style approach. We are responsible and reliable, we keep our promises and maintain open and frank communication. That is how we do business.

BE YOUR BEST AT BDO BDO is one of the world’s leading accountancy and advisory organisations. We have clients of all types and sizes, in every sector. But that’s only part of the story. Our business is built on relationships. We focus on what is important to you and adopt a partnership-style approach. We are responsible and reliable, we keep our promises and maintain open and frank communication. That is how we do business.

About The Role

We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Manager to join our Business Advisory Services team.

In this genuine client-focused role, you will lead and coach junior staff members, ensuring their professional development and success. Your high emotional intelligence and exceptional coaching skills will be key to fostering a supportive and productive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor junior staff members, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and career progression
• Deliver high-quality business advisory services to clients, leveraging your technical expertise and industry knowledge
• Be a team player, collaborating with team members to develop innovative solutions and strategies for clients
• Manage client relationships, delivering an exceptional client experience and developing long-term partnerships
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our services and processes

Experience

We are looking for someone who is experienced, has strong commercial acumen and looking for career growth with:

• Proven experience in a senior accountant or assistant manager role within a Big 4 or mid-tier Chartered Accounting firm
• CA or equivalently qualified
• Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of business advisory services
• The ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and manage deadlines
• Exceptional client relationship management, ideally as the key client contact
• Experience in training, mentoring, or reviewing the work of junior team members is an advantageA desire to get involved in advisory projects, with ambitions for future leadership opportunities

Your Future at BDO Auckland

When you join us, we’ll make your growth our priority. We offer a supportive environment where your professional development is a key focus. You'll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects, gain exposure to various industries, and collaborate with experienced professionals. Our team values innovation, continuous learning, and the ability to make a meaningful impact.

You must be currently in New Zealand and have the right to work permanently to apply.