About
This progressive Sydney CBD accounting and advisory firm is experiencing significant growth, with approximately 55 staff across its Australian and offshore operations.
The firm specialises in high-net-worth individuals, wealthy families, private businesses and complex family groups, providing Business Services, Tax Advisory, Family Office, Estate Planning and Wealth Structuring services.
With a strong focus on technology and innovation, the business is investing in AI-driven automation and efficient compliance delivery, allowing senior professionals to focus on technical review, client relationships and higher-value work.
The culture is collaborative, transparent and high-performing, with approachable leadership, manageable workloads and genuine opportunities for career progression.
Position Overview
An opportunity is available for an experienced Business Services Manager to join the team in a compliance-focused leadership role, internally known as an Associate Adviser.
You’ll oversee compliance delivery across a portfolio generating approximately $800k–$1m+ in annual fees, working closely with senior advisers and coordinating an offshore accounting team.
Typical responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing financial statements and income tax returns for companies, trusts, individuals and complex family groups
- Preparing complex financial statements and tax returns when required
- Managing BAS, tax compliance and ATO lodgement obligations
- Overseeing workflow, deadlines and quality across your client portfolio
- Reviewing and mentoring offshore accountants responsible for compliance preparation
- Coordinating client information and preparing compliance work ahead of advisory meetings
- Supporting senior advisers with accounting, taxation and client matters
- Maintaining accurate workpapers, records and workflow reporting
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and client service
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of Australian public practice accounting experience
- CA or CPA qualified
- Tertiary qualification in Accounting
- Strong technical knowledge of Australian taxation legislation and accounting standards
- Experience reviewing financial statements and tax returns for complex entity groups
- Experience managing workflow, reviewing work and mentoring accountants
- Excellent communication, presentation and client relationship skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with offshore accounting teams
- Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Comfortable working in a fast-growing and evolving environment
- Experience with Xero, Xero Tax and FYI will be highly regarded
Benefits
- Salary package up to $155k, including superannuation
- 1 day WFH per week
- Flexible start and finish times
- Manage a substantial private client portfolio with offshore support
- Greater focus on technical review and compliance management rather than routine preparation
- Exposure to sophisticated high-net-worth clients and family groups
- Direct access to experienced senior advisers and leadership
- Investment in AI technology, automation and efficient workflows
- Collaborative culture with approachable leadership and minimal micromanagement
- Reasonable working hours with limited unnecessary overtime
- Ongoing technical training and professional development
- Clear progression pathway towards senior client advisory and leadership roles
- Join an expanding firm with strong long-term growth opportunities
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Business Services Manager | Sydney CBD | Up to $155k Package employer: Hedley Scott
Join a dynamic mid-sized accounting and advisory firm in the heart of Sydney, where you will lead a high-performing Business Services team dedicated to servicing ultra-high-net-worth clients. With a strong focus on employee growth, the firm offers significant career progression opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive work culture that values collaboration and mentorship. Enjoy a competitive salary package and the chance to develop your skills while managing complex client portfolios in a thriving environment.
