Job Description
Short Summary
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Lead a high-performing Business Services team servicing sophisticated private clients, with strong portfolio growth and career progression.
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$150k–$160k package, depending on experience
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Manage and develop a team of five accountants
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Exposure to ultra-high-net-worth clients and complex private groups
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About
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Join an established mid-sized Sydney accounting and advisory firm with just under 100 staff across Business Services, Tax and Audit.
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The firm has a strong private client focus, with approximately *****% of its client base comprising ultra-high-net-worth individuals and family groups.
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Clients include complex structures across companies, trusts, superannuation, investments and operating businesses, with some family groups holding $1–$5 billion in net wealth.
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The firm has a strong history of staff retention and internal progression, including Partners who have developed through the business from cadet level.
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Position Overview
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An opportunity is available for an experienced Business Services Manager to join a $2 million team in the Sydney CBD.
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Reporting directly to the team leader, you will manage and develop five junior accountants at Senior 2 level and below, while gradually taking ownership of a portfolio of sophisticated private clients.
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The role will involve:
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Managing, mentoring and developing five junior team members
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Coordinating workflow and supporting the delivery of client work
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Building relationships with sophisticated private clients and family groups
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Working across complex companies, trusts, super funds and investment structures
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Taking on increasing portfolio responsibility as you develop within the team
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Working closely with senior leadership on complex client matters
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The successful candidate will initially take responsibility for a smaller portion of fees, with approximately $400k of additional fees potentially available to transition across as their capability and confidence grow.
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Requirements
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Around 8 years of Australian public practice experience preferred
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Strong Business Services experience
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Previous staff management or supervisory experience
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Experience managing and developing junior accountants
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Strong communication and client relationship skills
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Experience with sophisticated private clients or ultra-high-net-worth family groups highly regarded
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Open to feedback, learning and constructive discussion
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Cooperative, coachable leadership style
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Willingness to work five days per week in the office for the first six months
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Benefits
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Approximately $150k–$160k package, depending on experience
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Significant opportunity to grow your client portfolio and responsibilities
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Exposure to ultra-high-net-worth individuals and complex private groups
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7-hour billing day
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Flexible start and finish times
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2 wellbeing days each year
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Potential for 3 additional bonus leave days annually after two years of service, subject to leave requirements
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Flexibility for personal appointments and circumstances
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Potential for limited WFH after probation, although this is not guaranteed
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Long-term career progression within an established Sydney firm
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📌 Manager | Business Services (New South Wales)
🏢 Hedley Scott
📍 New South Wales