BAS Manager to Senior BAS Manager to Associate Director to Partner

Tyler Wren; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique professional services firm in Auckland is seeking a leader with a CA qualification and extensive experience in public practice. This role offers a genuine opportunity for equity partnership and involves hands-on client consulting and team leadership. Enjoy a collaborative culture and the freedom to develop client relationships without corporate constraints. Attractive benefits include hybrid working options and a strong potential for growth.

Benefits

Pathway to equity

Flexible working options

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a New Zealand public practice firm working with high-end clients.
• Experience reviewing and signing off work.
• A mature, polished, and autonomous approach.

Responsibilities

• Consulting with clients and reviewing complex work.
• Lead by example in providing exceptional, client-centric solutions.
• Grow the firm’s reach through networking and referrals.

Skills

Commercially savvy

Relationship-focused

Technically strong

Autonomous approach

Education

CA qualification

Job description

About our Client

This is the kind of firm where you can genuinely make your mark. A multi-partner boutique with a down-to-earth, collaborative culture and a loyal team that sticks around for the long haul. They may be small in size, but they’re big on impact—delivering top-tier work to high-net-worth clients and complex investment groups with turnovers up to $200M.

You’ll be joining a stable, high-functioning team that values autonomy, trust, and people who take pride in what they do. This role has arisen due to the upcoming retirement of a highly respected partner, creating a unique opportunity to step into a leadership position with real influence.

About the Role

You're commercially savvy, relationship-focused, and not afraid to roll up your sleeves. You're ready to step into a future partnership, but you also enjoy being hands-on—consulting with clients, reviewing complex work, and contributing to a senior team who value your input.

The team is highly experienced and capable—they don’t need hand-holding, but they do appreciate a second opinion. You\'ll be setting the standard by providing exceptional, client-centric solutions and leading by example.

You’ll also have the chance to grow the firm’s reach through networking, cross-selling, and referrals, while working alongside Partners who are genuine, open, and ready to welcome the right person into equity.

About you

You could be a BAS Manager, Senior Manager, Associate, Associate Director, Salaried Partner, or even the owner of a small firm looking to bring your clients with you.

You’re the kind of person who sees the long game and knows the value of building something meaningful. You’re technically strong, you care about people, and you want to be somewhere that respects your time and input.

You bring:

• CA qualification
• 5+ years in a New Zealand public practice firm working with high-end clients
• Experience reviewing and signing off work
• A mature, polished, and autonomous approach
• A genuine desire to invest in the future of a firm and take on equity in the near term
• A client base would be highly regarded but isn’t essential for the right person.

What’s in it for you?

• Genuine short-term pathway to equity with a solid investment and guaranteed returns
• A boutique firm that punches above its weight—top-tier clients, no corporate red tape
• Collaborative, people-first culture with high staff retention
• Real flexibility and hybrid working options
• A role where you’re valued as both a leader and a doer

Why work with Tyler Wren?

• 15+ years of experience in the Professional Services sector
• Job opportunities across New Zealand and Australia, with local recruiters in each location
• Many placements are not available through adverts
• Support at every stage, from career guidance to job search management including personalised interview prep to help you succeed

How to Apply

Click APPLY or contact Tasha Toehemotu for a confidential conversation

P: 09 930 9827
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LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/publicpracticerecruitment/

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