MANAGER – BUSINESS SERVICES & ADVISORY – SUNSHINE COAST / HYBRID – GROWING ADVISORY FIRM – $110K-$160K (JOB ID 1614)

Looking for more than just another compliance-heavy role?

Want to become a trusted advisor within a progressive firm that genuinely invests in your long-term career?

Ready to lead a team, manage quality clients and play a key role in a growing Sunshine Coast practice?

Our client is a dynamic and fast-growing accounting and advisory firm based in a prime Sunshine Coast location, known for combining strong technical capability with a collaborative, people-first culture. With a modern approach to client service, strong leadership support and genuine progression opportunities, the firm offers an outstanding environment for experienced Business Services professionals looking to step into a true leadership role.

This is a key leadership opportunity within a high-performing Business Services & Advisory team, suited to a commercially minded professional with strong experience managing client portfolios, leading teams and delivering strategic advisory outcomes. You will work closely with Directors while taking ownership of client relationships, mentoring team members and contributing to broader business growth and operational performance.

The Role:

Take ownership of a substantial client portfolio, managing client relationships commercially while acting as a trusted advisor across business, taxation and strategic matters

Build strong long-term client relationships while managing expectations around timelines, fees and deliverables

Prepare and review financial statements, income tax returns and BAS/IAS obligations across companies, trusts, individuals and SMSFs

Deliver advisory services across tax planning, business structuring, cashflow management and strategic business matters

Provide technical advice across income tax, CGT, GST, FBT, Division 7A and superannuation matters

Identify opportunities to add value and contribute to new business and referral opportunities

Lead, mentor and develop junior and intermediate accountants across workflow, technical capability and career growth

Review work prepared by team members to ensure accuracy, compliance and quality standards

Oversee workflow management, WIP, recoverability, job scheduling and team capacity planning to ensure strong commercial outcomes and timely delivery

Research complex technical issues and contribute to internal technical training and knowledge sharing initiatives

Drive team performance, accountability and client service standards within a high-performing Business Services environment

Support broader business growth, leadership initiatives and a positive team culture

About You:

CA or CPA qualified

Minimum 5+ years’ Australian public practice experience

Strong experience preparing and reviewing financial statements and tax returns

Demonstrated experience operating in a leadership-focused Business Services role with strong commercial and client management capability

Strong technical taxation knowledge across business services and advisory

Leadership capability with experience mentoring, supervising and developing staff

Confident communicator with strong client-facing advisory skills

Strong Xero and Microsoft Excel capability

Commercial, proactive and solutions-focused mindset

Seeking long-term progression within a growing advisory environment

What’s On Offer:

$110K-$150K + Super depending on experience

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Prime Sunshine Coast location with lifestyle benefits

Leadership role with genuine autonomy and influence

High-quality and diverse client portfolio

Structured mentoring, technical training and leadership development

Clear progression pathways into senior leadership

Collaborative, energetic and people-focused culture

Modern systems and progressive firm environment

Strong work/life balance within a supportive team

This is a rare opportunity to join a modern advisory firm where you can combine lifestyle, leadership and long-term career growth. Ideal for an experienced Senior Accountant or Assistant Manager ready to step into leadership, or an established Manager seeking a more progressive and rewarding environment.

Please note: This job is based in Australia therefore, only candidates who are permanent residents or citizens of Australia will be considered.

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MANAGER – BUSINESS SERVICES & ADVISORY – SUNSHINE COAST / HYBRID – GROWING ADVISORY FIRM – 110K-150K+SUPER