Job Description

Ashfords is the largest independently owned multidisciplinary firm in Melbourne's South East. With seven specialist business units, we combine the capability of a large firm with the agility, flexibility and culture of an independent business.

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Ashfords is a place where talented people can grow their careers, take ownership and make a real impact.

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About the Role

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We're looking for a Bookkeeping Client Manager r who wants more than just a title.

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You'll work with a high-performing team, take ownership of an exciting client portfolio, and work closely with others to deliver exceptional outcomes while building long-term, trusted client relationships.

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This is a role with real influence. You'll have the autonomy to make decisions, drive improvements, develop talent and strengthen client relationships, all while being supported by a collaborative and experienced leadership team.

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If you're commercially minded, enjoy mentoring others and thrive on ownership and accountability, we'd love to hear from you.

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Job Requirements

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- Minimum 5+ years' experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or advisory roles
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- Strong proficiency in accounting software (Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks)
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- Solid understanding of Australian tax and compliance requirements
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- Demonstrated experience providing financial insights or advisory services
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- Proven client relationship management experience
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- Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
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- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
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Job Responsibilities

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Duties Include (but not limited to):

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- Oversee day-to-day bookkeeping functions including accounts payable, receivable, payroll and reconciliations




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- Provide clients with financial insights, analysis, and actionable recommendations
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- Supervise, mentor, and develop offshore bookkeeping team members
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- Allocate and review work to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met
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- Assist with onboarding new clients and system implementations (e.g., Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks)
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- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax obligations, and internal controls
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Job Benefits

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At Ashfords, you'll enjoy the career opportunities, support and resources of a larger firm, with the influence, visibility and agility of a growing independent business. Our purpose is simple: helping our clients, our people and our firm achieve financial freedom and peace of mind.

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What you'll enjoy

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- Flexible work arrangements that support life outside of work
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- Competitive salary plus performance-based incentives
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- Ongoing investment in your professional and leadership development
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- A team-oriented, inclusive and high-performing culture
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- Regular social events, team experiences and wellbeing initiatives
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- The opportunity to make a real impact and shape the future of the business
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Why People Join (and Stay)

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- Genuine ownership of your clients, team and career
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- Direct access to approachable and commercially minded leaders
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- A growing firm that embraces recent ideas and innovation
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- Flexibility that works in practice, not just on paper
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- Strong team culture built on trust, collaboration and success
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- Continuous investment in your technical, leadership and commercial growth
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Applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia.

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📌 Senior Client Manager (Bookkeeping) (Victoria)
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