Manager - Business Services (Newly Created)

Manager | Business Services & Advisory |CBD | Hybrid Up to $150k plus perks

Tired of pure compliance and ready to step into a true advisory-focused Manager role with real Partner access?

A growing boutique advisory firm is seeking an experienced Business Services Manager to support a newly appointed Partner with a rapidly expanding client portfolio.

This is a newly created role offering the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, take ownership of key client relationships, and play a hands-on role in shaping how a modern advisory-focused practice operates.

The Opportunity

As Manager, you will operate across client delivery, advisory, and team leadership, combining strong technical capability with commercial insight and people management.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and reviewing complex financial statements and income tax returns for high-value client groups
• Providing advice across key tax areas including CGT, GST, FBT and Div 7A
• Leading client meetings and building long-term, trusted relationships
• Supporting tax planning and broader business advisory engagements
• Mentoring, supervising and developing junior and intermediate staff
• Managing workflow, deadlines, WIP, and quality control across the team
• Working closely with a Partner on client strategy, portfolio growth, and advisory direction

About You

You are a confident and commercially minded Manager who enjoys being close to both clients and leadership, with a strong balance of technical and people skills.

You will bring:

• CA or CPA qualification
• 6+ years' experience in business services, tax, or advisory
• Strong technical tax knowledge across SME and group structures
• Proven experience leading, reviewing, and mentoring a team
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage client relationships independently
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with attention to detail

Why This Role?

• Newly created position supporting a growing Partner portfolio
• High level of Partner access and direct involvement in decision-making
• Exposure to complex clients across hospitality, property, and professional services
• Advisory-led work with real client impact (not just compliance)
• Supportive, collaborative, people-first culture
• New Melbourne CBD office
• Clear long-term career pathway as the firm continues to scale

This is an excellent opportunity for a Manager seeking a role with genuine ownership, advisory exposure, and the ability to influence both client outcomes and internal growth.

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.