Sydney | Business Services & Tax Advisory
Attractive senior package, negotiable based on experience
We are seeking a senior accountant & client manager to join our team. We are a boutique advisory practice committed to exceptional client service, strong technical standards and developing great people.
Sydney | Business Services & Tax Advisory
Attractive senior package, negotiable based on experience
We are seeking a senior accountant & client manager to join our team. We are a boutique advisory practice committed to exceptional client service, solid technical standards and developing great people.
About You
You will ideally have:
8+ years' Australian public practice experience, including management experience
CA or CPA qualification
Strong Australian tax and accounting knowledge
Experience managing high-net-worth individuals, family groups, companies and trusts
Experience reviewing work and managing workflow across a team
Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring and developing staff
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Strong commercial judgement, organisational skills and attention to detail
Most importantly, you take ownership. When issues arise, you don't simply identify them. You take responsibility, find solutions and drive them through to completion.
What is on Offer
Attractive package reflecting the seniority and responsibility of the role
Genuine ownership of a portfolio of sophisticated private clients
Leadership responsibility across local and offshore accounting teams
Complex tax, structuring and advisory work
Autonomy to make decisions and influence workflow,



systems and processes
Ongoing professional development and training
Flexible working arrangements for the right person
Professional, supportive team environment
Free onsite parking and convenient public transport
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to take ownership of three critical areas across the firm:
Client relationships
Team leadership and development
Technical quality and review
You will manage relationships with high-net-worth individuals, family groups and privately owned businesses, lead a team across Australia and offshore, and act as a senior technical resource for complex accounting and tax matters.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who takes initiative, drives outcomes and enjoys making a genuine impact on clients, people and firm performance.
Client Leadership
You will be the primary relationship manager for a portfolio of premium clients and become their trusted adviser.
Responsibilities include:
Managing relationships with high-net-worth individuals, family groups, companies and trusts
Leading client meetings and communicating complex issues clearly
Identifying tax, structuring and commercial opportunities and risks




Coordinating with external advisers where required
Managing client expectations, deadlines and service delivery
Strong communication and relationship management skills are essential.
Team Leadership
This is a genuine people management role with responsibility for leading and developing accounting staff across local and offshore teams.
You will:
Oversee workflow, capacity planning and job allocation
Monitor deadlines and resolve workflow bottlenecks
Provide guidance, feedback and technical support
Train, mentor and develop team members
Foster collaboration between local and offshore staff
Maintain accountability and high performance across the team
We are looking for a proactive leader who stays ahead of issues and helps others succeed.
Technical Oversight
You will play a key role in maintaining the firm's technical standards and reviewing complex work.
Responsibilities include:
Reviewing and finalising financial statements and tax returns
Reviewing work prepared by junior, intermediate and senior accountants
Advising on complex tax and structuring matters
Identifying risks, issues and opportunities
Maintaining quality and consistency across the team
You don't need to know every answer, but you do need the judgement to identify issues, investigate them and see them through to resolution.
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📌 Senior Accountant & Client Manager (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales