Client Manager

Traction; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Path to Partner level

Hybrid working

Study reimbursements

Southern Cross Health insurance

Professional membership support

Job summary

Findex New Zealand in Queenstown is seeking a Client Manager to lead client relationships, deliver high-quality advisory services, and guide a talented team toward future leadership within the business.

You’ll focus on advisory delivery, compliance oversight, and strategic growth while enjoying a flexible hybrid environment that supports work-life balance and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• CA/CPA qualification with public practice accounting experience.
• Strong leadership skills to support and develop others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong commercial acumen and client relationship management.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Manage and service existing client relationships, ensuring work meets technical standards, budget, and timelines.
• Identify value opportunities, expand client networks, and raise brand profile.
• Review compliance documents, financial statements, tax returns, and reconciliations for various entities.
• Contribute to advisory projects including business planning, budgeting, and cashflow management.
• Empower and mentor the team to drive retention and capability while delivering strong results.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal and written communication

Relationship management

Commercial acumen

Professional development

Education

CA/CPA qualification

Job description

Are you an ambitious, results driven Client Manager looking to build a career — and a life — in one of New Zealand’s most iconic locations? We have an exciting opportunity to join our Queenstown team, where you’ll work directly with clients, lead a talented team, and chart a clear pathway to Partner level.

Whether you’re already calling Queenstown home or ready to make the move, this is a role for someone who wants more than just a great job — a chance to make a real impact with clients every day and grow into a future leader of the business.

Your role, your contribution!

• Manage and service existing client relationships, ensuring jobs are delivered to technical standards, within budget, and on time.
• Identify opportunities to add value for clients, strengthen external networks, and raise the Findex profile in the market.
• Review compliance documents, complex special purpose financial statements, annual financial statements, tax returns, and reconciliations across companies, partnerships, trusts, and individuals.
• Contribute to advisory projects, such as business planning, budgeting, and cashflows.
• Empower and nurture your team, driving retention and capability while delivering outstanding results.
• Stay current with technical knowledge to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

The Benefits of joining us!

• A clear pathway to Partner level — with structured support, mentoring, and defined milestones to help you get there
• Attractive salary with bonus opportunities
• Professional membership support, study reimbursements and study leave
• Flexible working policies, including Time Off In Lieu (TOIL), hybrid working and purchased annual leave
• Southern Cross Health insurance plus access to a range of staff benefits
• Ongoing learning, development, and genuine career growth as our business grows.
• A supportive workplace that prioritises work-life balance and personal growth.

What you bring to the role:

• Previous business advisory accounting experience gained within public practice with a CA/CPA qualification
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to support and develop others
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and relationship management expertise.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.

Our Impact: Why Findex?

Findex New Zealand is one of the largest providers of practical accounting, audit, tax, wealth and business advice to individuals and businesses from a network of over 20 offices throughout the country.

At Findex, we help clients manage, grow, and protect their financial future with confidence. Since 1987, we’ve become a leading Australasian provider of integrated accounting, advisory, and wealth solutions, delivered through our “Wealth Accountant” and Family Office models. With 2,500 professionals across 100+ offices, we combine local expertise with global reach and remain committed to supporting clients and communities in creating long-term financial security

For the Community –Findex Community Fund (FCF) is dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve. Since 2018, we have donated over $4.3 million to more than 800 charities across Australia and New Zealand. Collectively, our team has dedicated over 9,000 volunteer hours, making a tangible impact in their communities through personal engagement.

For our Customers –Together, Findex and Crowe champion the success of over 75,000 Australasian businesses, helping them grow with expert advice, fresh thinking, and top-tier professional services. Here, you’re empowered to work in a way that brings out your best — supporting your growth, your team, and the clients who trust us to make a real difference

For You –At Findex, we focus on developing our people first. With structured training and development opportunities, we allow our people to grow their career in a way that sets them up for success. We actively support our people by giving them extra support to external studies that is relevant to their role.

For Diversity & Inclusion –Findex is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and encourage applications from candidates with a variety of strengths, backgrounds and experiences. results-driven