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 collaborative, 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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📍 Victoria