About This Role
We are seeking an experienced Manager or Senior Manager to join our Adelaide Private Enterprise team with a dedicated focus on Real Estate Tax and Advisory.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide tax and commercial advisory to property developers, investors and private capital groups.
- Lead and contribute to property development feasibilities, including:
- Entity and ownership structuring
- Tax outcomes across development, holding and exit phases
- Funding and equity considerations
- Advise on tax‐effective structuring for:
- Property development projects
- Long‐term investment portfolios
- Managed investment trusts
- Deliver tax planning and structuring advice across income tax, CGT, GST, and related property tax issues.
- Support project and portfolio reporting, including:
- Project performance reporting
- Structuring implications for financial and management reporting
- Manage and review a tailored mix of compliance and advisory work for property‐focused clients.
- Build strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor to owners, CFOs and boards.
- Mentor and develop managers, senior associates and juniors within the team.
- Contribute to business development, technical leadership and growth of the Real Estate Tax and Advisory offering within Private Enterprise.
Skills and Experience
- Qualification(s) in a relevant discipline such as Business / Commerce, Accounting or Finance, or other relevant professional or overseas qualification(s).
- CA / CPA qualified, or other relevant industry accreditation(s).
- Significant experience as a Manager or Senior Manager in Private Enterprise, Business Services, and/or Corporate Tax.
- Strong exposure to property development and investment clients, with an interest in advisory‐led work rather than 'pure' compliance.
- Practical experience advising property and trust structures, development and investment feasibilities, and tax planning for private groups and funds.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex tax and structuring issues into commercial, practical advice.
- High‐level client engagement skills, with the ability to liaise directly with Partners and senior leaders.
- Collaborative mindset, with the ability to coach, train and provide development opportunities to other team members.
Benefits
- 9‐day fortnight with no salary reduction.
- Funded professional membership and study assistance.
- Up to 26 weeks' paid parental leave | paid secondary carers' leave.
- Fully funded gym membership | Health Insurance discounts.
- And many more!
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply, and we warmly encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, those in the LGBTQI+ community and individuals who identify as having disability or are neurodivergent.
Manager / Senior Manager, Private Enterprise (Real Estate Tax and Advisory) employer: Grant Thornton Australia
Grant Thornton Australia is an exceptional employer that champions a values-driven, high-performance culture, offering flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support your work-life balance. With a commitment to employee growth, you will have access to ongoing coaching, technical training, and career development opportunities, all while being part of a dynamic team that celebrates diversity and encourages meaningful contributions. Enjoy remarkable perks such as up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, health insurance discounts, and a fully funded gym membership, making it a truly rewarding place to build your career.
