Commercial Associates Accountants and Advisors – Parramatta NSW
Candidates are required to provide evidence of their permanent right to work (full-time) within Australia.
Business Services Manager
Are you an experienced Manager in public practice ready for your own portfolio, your own team, and a genuine opportunity for advancement?
Opportunity for advancement
Excellent salary package
Nationally recognised Top 50 firm
Lead your own client portfolio and team
Work-from-home flexibility on successful completion of probation
CAAA is a nationally recognised Top 50 firm with international affiliations and a clear path for national expansion. We offer a full suite of professional services including wealth, corporate advisory, business development, strategic tax, audit, and accounting with a strong focus on long-term relationships and technical excellence.
Why Join Us?
Opportunity for advancement
- this role is built for advancement, with a clear opportunity for promotion in the medium term for the right performer
Own your portfolio
- independently manage a client portfolio of approximately $1 million in business services, audit and advisory fees
Lead your own team
- guide and develop a Supervisor and two juniors, with the autonomy to run your engagements your way
Flexibility
- work-from-home options and a supportive, down-to-earth team culture
Reputation & stability
- join a well-established firm with a broad range of quality clients and a solid foundation for long-term success
About the Role
As Business Services Manager, you will independently manage a portfolio of approximately $1 million in business services, audit and advisory fees, supported by a Supervisor and two junior staff.



Reporting to the Director and Associate Director, you will take full ownership of workflow, client relationships and team performance while building the technical and leadership credentials that lead to equity.
Your responsibilities will include:
Independently managing a portfolio of approximately $1 million in business services, audit and advisory fees across a diverse base of SMEs, family groups, trusts and high-net-worth individuals
Acting as the primary point of contact and trusted adviser for your clients, building strong, long-term relationships
Reviewing (and, where needed, preparing) financial statements, income tax returns, BAS/IAS, FBT and related compliance for companies, trusts, partnerships, SMSFs and individuals ensuring accuracy and adherence to Australian accounting and taxation standards
Delivering proactive advisory work, tax planning, entity structuring and restructuring, Division 7A, cash flow forecasting, budgeting, benchmarking and management reporting that helps clients improve performance and make better decisions
Ensuring all assignments are completed accurately, on time, and in line with the firm's standards, and managing risk and re-prioritising where work is falling behind schedule
Identifying and resolving technical issues as they arise, and knowing when to elevate to the Director
Managing workflow, resourcing, WIP,



billing and invoicing across your team, and reporting outcomes and issues to the Director
Acting as a leader and coach, mentoring your Supervisor and two juniors, building their technical and professional skills, and helping every member manage their workload and meet targets
Spotting opportunities to add value for existing clients and supporting the firm's growth, efficiency and continuous improvement, including the smart use of technology
What You Bring
CA, CPA or equivalent qualification, with a strong grounding in Australian tax legislation and accounting standards
Experience as an existing Manager or a high-performing Senior/Supervisor ready to step up within an Australian public practice
A track record of independently managing a client portfolio and leading, reviewing and developing a team
Solid technical experience across business services compliance for companies, trusts, partnerships, SMSFs and individuals
Genuine advisory capability - comfortable with tax planning, structuring and helping clients with the "bigger picture" beyond compliance
Confident, clear communication skills for building client relationships and leading a team (essential)
Proficiency with practice software such as APS, Xero and MYOB
Robust organisation and the ability to juggle multiple deadlines, WIP and client expectations
Audit experience desirable with an understanding of Caseware , but not essential
The drive and ambition to progress further
Ready to take the next step?
If you're an ambitious Manager looking for the portfolio, the team, and the pathway to make your next move, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Business Services Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Commercial Associates Accountants And Advisors
📍 Sydney