OUR CLIENT 

Our client is a boutique, 3 Director accounting firm based in West Perth seeking a Manager with 10+ years experience to work across with one of the Directors in managing and growing a large existing portfolio of clients. Open and honest communication and feedback provided by the Directors to staff is paramount to the success of the firm and establishing long term professional relationships and partnership in the group. 

THE ROLE 

They are seeking a Manager with 2-3 years experience in the management of a team of accountants or and looking to take the next step in their career as a Manager to join their Tax and Business Advisory team. This position will be involved in providing professional accounting services to a diverse range of clients, from start-up firms to multi-million dollar businesses.

Key responsibilities:- 

• Responsible for maintaining and enhancing client relationships;
• Delegating and managing workflow of staff within the team;
• Overseeing professional development of team including coaching, training, appraising and ensuring KPI’s are met;
• Researching and preparing advice on various taxation issues;
• Maintaining and controlling internal reports, budgets, write offs, WIP, productivity reports and reviewing and monitoring ATO lodgement schedules;
• Liaising with ATO and general correspondence in relation to income tax, PAYG & GST matters;
• Managing the preparation and reviewing of Business/Instalment Activity Statement and Fringe Benefits Tax returns;
• Able to identify client issues, develop a solution and communicate/sell the solution to the client;
• Preparation of client presentations, proposals and presentation of papers on taxation issues for internal training forums and external groups

The successful applicant must have:-

• 10+ years experience in a public practice environment within the business advisory field with 2-3 years management exposure;
• CA or CPA Qualified;
• Demonstrated understanding of Australian tax legislation and ability to provide tax planning and advice to clients from variety of industries 
• Strong tax compliance focus;
• Ability to lead small teams and supervise staff;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills together with sound interpersonal skills;
• Strong computing skills and knowledge of client accounting software packages.

What is on offer:-

• Excellent remuneration package including parking;
• Opportunity to step into leading firm as a Manager to continue career growth;
• Work/Life flexibility and balance of working hours.

If you are interested in discussing this role further please contact Ross Stephens on 0447 346 883 of apply within.