Lead an experienced team and manage quality business clientsKeypoint Accountants & Advisors is seeking an experienced Business Services Manager or proven Assistant Manager to join our established Gold Coast accounting and advisory firm.
This is a genuine management position for someone with demonstrated experience managing professional staff, workflow, client relationships and engagement outcomes within an Australian public-practice firm.You will manage a team of experienced Senior Accountants and oversee a portfolio of high-value privately owned businesses and family groups.
The role is focused on leadership, workflow management, technical review, tax planning and business advisory.
Why join Keypoint?
Keypoint has supported Gold Coast businesses and families for more than 60 years.
We combine the stability of an established firm with modern systems, flexible working arrangements and a progressive approach to professional development.
We are a close-knit team of approximately 10 people who work collaboratively and communicate directly.
You can make decisions, contribute ideas and work closely with the Partners without the layers of hierarchy and internal politics often found in larger firms.
We genuinely value work-life balance.
Our business and performance targets are realistic, achievable and designed to be met during normal working hours.
We do not expect our team to routinely work long hours to meet unreasonable targets.
Workloads are actively managed to support a sustainable balance between skilled responsibilities and personal life.
The opportunityYour responsibilities will include:Managing and supporting a team of Senior AccountantsAllocating and monitoring workflow, deadlines and team capacityManaging engagement budgets,



WIP and job progressReviewing financial statements, income tax returns and taxation workManaging a portfolio of high-value business and family-group clientsActing as the primary point of contact for clientsConducting tax-planning, advisory and annual client meetingsProviding advice on companies, trusts, CGT, Division 7A, GST and FBTIdentifying business-advisory and value-add opportunitiesWorking directly with the Partners on complex client mattersMaintaining high technical and client-service standardsContributing to improvements in systems, processes and team performance About youYou will be an established Manager or experienced Assistant Manager who can demonstrate:At least seven years of Australian public-practice experienceCurrent or recent experience managing accounting staffProven experience managing workflow, deadlines and team capacityExperience reviewing work completed by Senior AccountantsExperience managing a portfolio of business clientsStrong Australian taxation and business-services knowledgeConfidence conducting client meetings independentlyStrong knowledge of companies, trusts, partnerships, CGT, Division 7A,



GST and FBTExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong commercial judgement and attention to detailCA or CPA qualificationFull Australian working rights This position is intended for an established Manager or Assistant Manager with demonstrated staff and workflow-management experience.
It is not a first-time supervisory position for a Senior Accountant.
Systems and technologyKeypoint operates in a modern, cloud-based environment using:Xero Practice ManagerXeroBGLIgnitionSuiteFilesNowInfinityExperience with these systems is advantageous, although training can be provided where required.
BenefitsCompetitive salary package based on experiencePersonal, structured quarterly performance bonusesClear and achievable performance expectationsTargets designed to be met during normal working hoursNo expectation of routinely working long hoursA genuinely balanced and sustainable workloadEight-hour flexible working days Monday to ThursdayA 5 1/2 hour Friday, finishing at 2.00 pmOne work-from-home day per fortnightFree onsite car parkingProfessional membership fees paidDirect access to supportive and approachable PartnersA close-knit team of approximately 10 peopleA team consisting entirely of experienced Senior AccountantsModern open-plan office with lake viewsOngoing technical and leadership developmentRegular team and social eventsLong-term career stability with an established Gold Coast firm Apply in confidenceThis is an opportunity to lead an experienced team and manage a quality business client portfolio while enjoying realistic performance expectations, flexibility and genuine work-life balance.All applications will be treated in strict confidence.Please apply with your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining your:Australian public-practice experienceStaff and workflow-management experienceBusiness client portfolio experienceCA or CPA qualificationsExpected remuneration and notice periodPosition available immediately.

📌 Accounting Manager - Business Services & Tax (Gold Coast)
🏢 Keypoint Accountants & Advisors
📍 Gold Coast