Salary up to $175,000 plus superannuationBrookvale, NSWHybrid working | Extensive training | Equity opportunities
Whether you are an Intermediate Accountant ready to accelerate your development, an experienced Senior or Supervisor seeking greater client exposure, or a Client Manager looking for a genuine pathway to equity, this firm offers an opportunity to build a substantial long-term career on Sydney's Northern Beaches.
Our client is a highly regarded, 70-year-old accounting and advisory firm located in Brookvale.
Ranked among Australia's leading accounting firms, the business has approximately 100 employees, more than 2,500 clients and annual billings exceeding $20 million.
Due to continued growth, internal promotions and the ongoing development of its client teams, the firm is recruiting across four levels:
Intermediate AccountantSenior AccountantClient Manager
Your final position and remuneration will be based on your demonstrated technical ability, communication skills, leadership capability and alignment with the firm's comprehensive competency framework—not simply your current job title or years of experience.
About the firm
This is one of the largest and most established professional-services firms on the Northern Beaches.
In addition to business services and taxation, the broader group includes:
Financial planning and wealth managementSelf-managed superannuationInternational taxationHuman resources consultingMortgage and finance servicesSpecialist advisory services
The firm supports approximately 550 self-managed superannuation funds and is part of an international accounting alliance, providing exposure to cross-border matters and global professional networks.
Its Australian team is supported by long-standing employees in Vietnam who operate as fully integrated members of the firm's client teams.
Opportunities at every level
Intermediate Accountant
You will develop your technical foundation while working within an experienced client team.
Your responsibilities may include:
Preparing financial statements and income tax returnsPreparing BAS and other compliance workCompleting tax reconciliations and supporting workpapersResponding to review queriesCommunicating with clients to obtain informationWorking across companies, trusts, partnerships and individualsParticipating in the firm's structured training and mentoring programsDeveloping toward Senior Accountant responsibilities
Senior Accountant
You will manage more complex assignments and begin taking greater ownership of client relationships and workflow.
Your responsibilities may include:
Preparing complex financial statements and tax returnsManaging jobs from commencement through to completionCommunicating directly with clientsExplaining BAS and year-end resultsResolving accounting and taxation queriesAssisting with business and structuring mattersSupporting and mentoring intermediate and graduate accountantsManaging deadlines across a varied client portfolioDeveloping toward a Supervisor position
You will work closely with a Client Manager and assist with the operation of an established client team.
This is an active role focused less on processing and more on review, coordination, client communication and team support.




Your responsibilities may include:
Reviewing work completed by accountantsAssisting with the management of team workflow and deadlinesActing as a direct contact for clientsExplaining BAS, financial statements and taxation outcomesResolving day-to-day client and team queriesSupporting, coaching and mentoring junior accountantsManaging the firm's extensive ATO compliance programAssisting with WIP, scheduling and month-end billingProgressively assuming greater responsibility for client relationshipsDeveloping toward Client Manager level
Client Manager
You will take responsibility for a substantial client portfolio and lead a complete accounting team.
Depending on your experience, the portfolio may comprise approximately $800,000 to $1 million in annual fees, with larger portfolios available as you progress.
Your responsibilities may include:
Managing an established portfolio of business clientsLeading and developing a team of accountantsMaintaining strong client retention and service standardsManaging work from commencement through to billingMonitoring workflow, WIP, budgets and recoveryReviewing complex compliance and advisory workExplaining financial and taxation outcomes to clientsProviding commercial, taxation and structuring adviceSupporting clients with transactions and business decisionsWorking directly with Directors and Associate DirectorsIdentifying opportunities to expand client relationshipsProgressing toward Associate Director and equity participation
Approximately 10 years of public-practice experience would normally be expected at Client Manager level.
However, the firm takes a merit-based approach and will consider candidates who can demonstrate the required autonomy, communication, leadership and portfolio-management ability with fewer years of experience.
What the firm values
Technical ability is important, but it is only one component of success.
The firm is particularly interested in accountants who can:
Communicate confidently and clearly with clientsDevelop trusted, long-term professional relationshipsMotivate, coach and support other team membersTake responsibility for deadlines and outcomesSolve problems without requiring constant directionBalance commercial performance with empathy and teamworkWork collaboratively with Australian and international colleaguesDemonstrate ambition without competing at the expense of othersContribute positively to a supportive, client-focused culture
This is not the environment for someone who wants to sit in isolation and process work without communicating with clients or colleagues.
Training and career development
The firm provides comprehensive technical training, structured coaching and active career support.
Senior leaders meet with employees regularly to discuss:




Leadership capabilityAreas requiring improvementReadiness for promotionOpportunities to assume greater responsibility
Career progression is based on merit rather than rigid tenure requirements.
The firm has recently promoted multiple employees across its accounting teams, including appointments to Client Manager and Associate Director level.
If you demonstrate that you are ready, you will be encouraged to progress.
Equity opportunities
Client Managers may be offered the opportunity to acquire equity in the business before reaching Director level.
The firm has completed several employee-equity transactions and currently has multiple Client Managers participating in, or progressing toward, ownership.
This provides high-performing professionals with the opportunity to benefit financially from the value they help create while building toward Associate Director or Director.
This is a genuine ownership pathway—not a vague promise of partnership at some undefined point in the future.
Flexibility and working from home
The firm supports hybrid working, with established employees commonly working approximately two days per week from home.
New employees are expected to spend an initial period working from the Brookvale office so they can:
Learn the firm's systems and processesDevelop relationships with their teamUnderstand the client baseComplete the necessary trainingDemonstrate that they can work effectively and independently
Working-from-home arrangements are introduced once the firm and employee are confident that the arrangement will be successful.
The timing depends on the individual's level, performance and integration into the team.
Candidates must therefore be able and willing to travel reliably to Brookvale, particularly during their initial employment period.
Location and workplace
The firm is located in a modern, environmentally designed office complex in Brookvale, close to Warringah Mall and major bus routes.
The firm has invested heavily in modern systems, automation and artificial intelligence, creating an efficient and technologically progressive working environment.
A supportive and inclusive culture
The culture is stable, collaborative, supportive and performance-focused without expecting employees to sacrifice their personal lives.
The firm offers:
A predominantly female workforceSupport for parents returning to workFlexible arrangements for established employeesA team-oriented environmentAccessible Directors and senior leadersRegular career discussionsStrong technical and leadership mentoringOpportunities without the excessive hours commonly associated with city firms
Employees are expected to perform at a high level, but success is measured across client service, technical quality, teamwork, leadership and commercial performance—not billable hours alone.
A competitive salary will be tailored to the successful candidate's level and demonstrated capability, with packages available up to:
The firm is prepared to pay strongly for candidates who meet its competency standards and can make a meaningful contribution.
If you are an ambitious public-practice accountant seeking stronger development, meaningful client exposure and a genuine long-term career prospect, we would welcome a confidential discussion.
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