BAS Manager - East Tamaki

JobAdder Operations Pty; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Auckland is seeking a senior adviser to lead client engagements and provide practical, commercially driven advice across accounting and tax matters. Based in our East Tamaki office, you will supervise teams, review financial reports and deliver clear guidance to clients.

You’ll work with internal stakeholders to support growth, develop strategic plans, and mentor staff, with a strong emphasis on relationship-building, reliability and delivering high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Ideally 5+ years’ experience in business advisory within a CA environment.
• Accounting background and/or working towards a CA qualification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong technical capability and analytical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients to identify business challenges, develop strategic plans and implement solutions that support sustainable growth.
• Draft accurate, high-quality advice across accounting standards, tax compliance and business management principles.
• Analyse and interpret client financial reports and management accounts to deliver meaningful, actionable insights.
• Advise on tax-effective strategies including trust income distribution, group structures, FBT, GST, PAYE and indirect taxes.
• Supervise medium to large engagements through to review stage and complete final reviews for small to medium jobs.
• Apply strong problem-solving skills and appropriately escalated complex issues for resolution.
• Communicate complex matters and practical solutions clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing.
• Motivate, mentor and develop team members to build a high-performance culture within BAS.

Job description

Lead client engagements and drive sustainable business growth through expert financial insight, strategic planning and strong team leadership

25th September, 2026

BE YOUR BEST AT BDO

A unique combination of relationships, resources and responsiveness. That’s what sets BDO apart.

BDO is one of the world’s leading accountancy and advisory organisations. We work with clients of all types and sizes, across every sector but that’s only part of the story.

Our business is built on relationships. We take the time to understand what matters to our clients and adopt a true partnership-style approach. We are responsible and reliable, we keep our promises and we value open and honest communication. That’s how we do business.

About the role

This role, based in our East Tamaki office located in the desirable Highbrook business precinct, offers a challenging and rewarding career with exposure to a wide range of engaging client work.

In this role, you’ll work closely with clients to support and grow their businesses, providing practical, commercially driven advice and leading engagements from planning through to delivery. You’ll supervise team members, review financial reports and deliver clear, accurate guidance on accounting and tax matters.

You’ll be part of a highly collaborative team, working alongside internal stakeholders and clients to deliver high-quality outcomes and drive performance. If you’re detail-oriented, commercially minded and ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with clients to identify business challenges, develop strategic plans and implement solutions that support sustainable growth
• Draft accurate, high-quality advice across accounting standards, tax compliance and business management principles
• Analyse and interpret client financial reports and management accounts to deliver meaningful, actionable insights
• Advise on tax-effective strategies including trust income distribution, group structures, FBT, GST, PAYE and indirect taxes
• Supervise medium to large engagements through to review stage and complete final reviews for small to medium jobs
• Apply strong problem-solving skills and appropriately escalated complex issues for resolution
• Communicate complex matters and practical solutions clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing
• Motivate, mentor and develop team members to build a high-performance culture within BAS

25th September, 2026

BE YOUR BEST AT BDO

A unique combination of relationships, resources and responsiveness. That’s what sets BDO apart.

BDO is one of the world’s leading accountancy and advisory organisations. We work with clients of all types and sizes, across every sector but that’s only part of the story.

Our business is built on relationships. We take the time to understand what matters to our clients and adopt a true partnership-style approach. We are responsible and reliable, we keep our promises and we value open and honest communication. That’s how we do business.

About the role

This role, based in our East Tamaki office located in the desirable Highbrook business precinct, offers a challenging and rewarding career with exposure to a wide range of engaging client work.

In this role, you’ll work closely with clients to support and grow their businesses, providing practical, commercially driven advice and leading engagements from planning through to delivery. You’ll supervise team members, review financial reports and deliver clear, accurate guidance on accounting and tax matters.

You’ll be part of a highly collaborative team, working alongside internal stakeholders and clients to deliver high-quality outcomes and drive performance. If you’re detail-oriented, commercially minded and ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with clients to identify business challenges, develop strategic plans and implement solutions that support sustainable growth
• Draft accurate, high-quality advice across accounting standards, tax compliance and business management principles
• Analyse and interpret client financial reports and management accounts to deliver meaningful, actionable insights
• Advise on tax-effective strategies including trust income distribution, group structures, FBT, GST, PAYE and indirect taxes
• Supervise medium to large engagements through to review stage and complete final reviews for small to medium jobs
• Apply strong problem-solving skills and appropriately escalated complex issues for resolution
• Communicate complex matters and practical solutions clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing
• Motivate, mentor and develop team members to build a high-performance culture within BAS

We are looking for someone who brings experience, strong commercial awareness and a desire to continue growing their career, with:

• Ideally 5+ years’ experience in business advisory within a CA environment
• An accounting background and/or working towards a CA qualification
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong technical capability and analytical thinking

Your Future at BDO Auckland

When you join us, your growth becomes our priority. We offer a genuinely supportive environment where professional development is actively encouraged. You’ll have the opportunity to work on varied and interesting projects, gain exposure to multiple industries and collaborate with experienced professionals. Our team values innovation, continuous learning and making a real impact.

You must be currently in New Zealand and have the right to work permanently in order to be considered for this role.