Manager | Public Practice | Melbourne

Full Job Description
This is your chance to join a dynamic, young, growth-focused firm in Melbourne - where you’ll manage a diverse client base including listed companies, well-known brands, and HNW families, while enjoying a supportive, social, and collaborative culture.

Big-firm technical exposure and responsibility, with a small-firm feel.
If you’re ambitious, technically strong, and enjoy working closely with clients and directors – this could be your ideal next step.

About the Firm

• 4 Directors, 20 staff, with young, hands-on leadership
• Separate SMSF team
• Clients include large private groups, high-growth companies, manufacturers, engineering & construction firms, professional services, and high-wealth individuals
• Exposure to complex, varied clients in a supportive, team-focused environment
• Flexible hours, hybrid work, and a culture that values professional development and fun

The Role
As a Manager, you will be central to the delivery of financial and taxation services, while supporting the growth and management of the firm. You’ll manage client relationships, supervise and review the work of junior staff, and actively participate in the running of the business.

You will:

• Deliver accounting services, including preparation of annual financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and management reports for a variety of entities (trusts, companies, superannuation funds, partnerships)
• Provide corporate secretarial services and present financial statements to clients
• Supervise and prepare taxation services including income tax returns, BAS/IAS lodgements, and tax planning advice
• Conduct client meetings, reviews of business structures, and ongoing tax advisory
• Mentor, train, and support junior staff on technical, accounting, and software matters
• Participate in management and strategic planning meetings, contributing to firm improvements, workflows, and policies
• Maintain compliance with firm policies, deadlines, and professional standards

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid options
• Ongoing professional development
• Annual firm conference, quarterly events, Oaks Day, and social celebrations
• Formal and informal performance reviews
• Mentoring opportunities and close interaction with Directors
• Exposure to high-value, technically complex clients

Career Development

• Clear growth pathways within the firm, with opportunities to lead projects and client engagements
• Active involvement in the management and strategic direction of the business
• Opportunity to broaden technical skills across accounting, tax, SMSF, and advisory work
• Hands-on leadership experience in a small but high-performing firm

Who They’re Looking For

• CA or CPA qualified, degree in Business or Accounting
• At least 6 years’ professional services experience, with proven ability to manage client portfolios (~$250K fees)
• Strong technical knowledge in accounting and Australian taxation, SMSFs advantageous
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and commercial awareness
• Energetic, confident, client-focused, and team-oriented personality
• Leadership ability, mentoring skills, and a collaborative approach

If you would like to know more, please send your resume through the APPLY button. Alternatively, you can contact Natalia Patel at natalia.patel@engagepersonnel.com.au

If this opportunity isn’t quite what you’re looking for, please feel free to reach out—we have many more roles available that aren’t currently advertised.
  
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