Ready for more ownership and recognition in your work?

A rare chance for an experienced accountant to step into an Associate Director role where deep client relationships, advisory work and ownership sit at the heart of the role.

About Us

Bentleys Queensland is a full-service advisory and accounting firm with 14 Partners and around 200 people across three offices. For over 75 years, we've built strong relationships through practical, forward-thinking advice - and we take the same approach with our people.

Our culture is shaped by being Insightful, Authentic, Dynamic and Connected - not just in how we work with clients, but how we support each other day-to-day.

About the Role

At Bentleys QLD, our Business Services team works alongside SMEs, family businesses and generational clients with whom we have built trusted relationships over many years. These are clients who value advice, continuity and a deep understanding of their business, not just year-end compliance. We are now looking for an Associate Director who genuinely enjoys working in this environment and takes real pride in building and maintaining strong, long‑term client relationships.

In this role, you will lead a varied portfolio of SME business clients, acting as a trusted adviser and key point of contact as their needs evolve over time. You will work closely with Partners on strategic matters, deliver high-quality compliance and advisory services, and ensure clients feel supported, understood and confident in the advice they receive.

Your focus will be on relationship-led service delivery, where knowing the client, their family and their history is just as important as technical excellence.

You will also play an important leadership role within the Business Services team, supporting and developing staff, managing workflow and productivity, and contributing to strong financial outcomes. Through your relationships with clients and internal teams, you will identify advisory opportunities,



support sustainable growth and help strengthen Bentleys QLD's reputation as a trusted adviser to our SME clients.

About You

You are a qualified accounting professional with robust technical expertise and a passion for delivering outstanding outcomes for clients. You bring substantial experience in public practice and are confident managing complex client needs while maintaining high professional standards.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- CA, CPA or equivalent professional qualification
- At least 8 years' experience in public practice accounting
- Experience leading and coaching a team
- Strong knowledge and experience with Australian tax
- Proficiency in accounting software and business applications, including Excel, Xero, MYOB and similar platforms
- The ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering accurate, high-quality work
- Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach

What You'll Get

Career Development: Access the Bentleys Learning Pathway Program, with financial support to complete your CA/CPA and continue building your technical capability

Extra Time Off: Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave, a purchased leave scheme, and paid parental leave to support life outside of work

Financial Benefits: Salary packaging options designed to help you maximise your take-home pay

Modern Workplace: Work in state of the art eco-conscious offices, complemented by end-of-trip facilities and a flexible 'Dress for Your Day' approach

Access to Leaders: Work closely with senior staff and Partners who are invested in your development and career progression

Social & Community: Be part of a vibrant social culture with regular events, networking opportunities, corporate volunteering, and team sporting activities

Health & Wellbeing: Benefit from 50% off Goodlife Gym memberships, annual health screenings and flu vaccinations, fully funded participation in events like Corporate Games and Bridge to Brisbane, plus confidential mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program

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📌 Associate Director - Business Services (Queensland)
🏢 Bentleys
📍 Queensland