As Tax Manager, you'll lead a team of accounting professionals while managing a portfolio of clients across a broad range of industries. You'll be responsible for ensuring high-quality work is delivered on time, supporting the professional development of team members, and helping drive continuous improvement across the business. This role combines technical expertise, people leadership and strategic thinking.
Key responsibilities
Leading, mentoring and developing a team of accountants
Managing team workflow and supporting successful client outcomes
Reviewing and approving complex taxation and accounting work
Building strong client relationships and acting as a trusted adviser
Supporting business development initiatives and growth opportunities
Driving process improvements and operational efficiency
Contributing to strategic projects and organisational initiatives
Promoting collaboration across our Bendigo and Melbourne teams
About you
Has at least 5 years' experience in public practice accounting
Has robust technical knowledge across taxation, accounting and compliance
Demonstrates proven leadership and people management capability
Enjoys coaching, mentoring and developing others
Builds trusted relationships with clients and colleagues
Has robust commercial awareness and problem-solving skills




Takes a proactive approach to improving systems and processes
Communicates clearly and confidently with stakeholders at all levels
About us
Strategem has been helping clients make better financial decisions for more than 90 years. We are a locally owned and operated accounting, taxation and wealth advisory firm with more than 65 team members and 9 partners across our Bendigo and Melbourne offices. Our integrated service offering creates opportunities to work alongside specialists in accounting, taxation, financial planning and business advisory services, allowing us to provide truly holistic advice to our clients. Our purpose is simple: helping clients live enriched lives through better financial decisions.
Established and respected firm with more than 90 years of history
Leadership role with genuine influence across the business
Opportunity to mentor and develop the next generation of professionals
Diverse and interesting client portfolio
Strong culture of collaboration and teamwork
Ongoing professional development and leadership support
Opportunity to contribute to strategic initiatives and business growth
Flexible working arrangements and modern systems
Supportive leadership team that values new ideas and continuous improvement
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📌 Tax Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Strategem
📍 Melbourne