Job details
| Location: | South Australia |
| Salary: | $125000 - $140000 per annum |
| Job Type: | Permanent |
| Discipline: | |
| Reference: | V-142816 |
| Posted: | about 2 hours ago |
Job description
Business Services Manager / Tax Manager- Up to $140k inc super
- Hybrid working post probation
- Work on a wide variety of middle market, private clients
Are you a seasoned accounting professional who's ready to stop being a number in a big firm — and start being a name clients actually ask for?
We're working exclusively with a highly regarded, mid-tier chartered accounting firm based in Adelaide's inner south. With a heritage spanning more than 80 years and backing from one of the world's top 20 international accounting networks, this is a firm that punches well above its weight. The team is tight-knit, the client base is genuinely interesting, and the partners genuinely invest in the people around them.
They're now looking for an experienced Business Services Manager / Tax Manager to step into a pivotal leadership role — someone who wants to own a client portfolio, shape a team, and build something meaningful.
What You'll Be Doing
This is a broad, advisory-focused role where no two days look the same. You'll work directly with business owners and high-net-worth individuals across a wide range of industries, delivering:
- Preparation and review of financial statements, tax returns, and compliance work for companies, trusts, partnerships, and individuals
- Tax planning and structuring advice — including Division 7A, CGT, FBT, and business restructuring
- Advisory work including business growth strategy, exit planning, and entity structuring
- Supervision, mentoring, and development of junior accountants and graduates
- Ownership of client relationships — you'll be the trusted adviser, not just the technician
- Working closely with partners on business development and client service delivery
- Involvement in SMSF compliance where relevant
About You
You're a CA or CPA-qualified accountant with strong technical chops and the people skills to match. You know your way around a complex tax return, but what really drives you is helping business owners actually understand their numbers — and make better decisions because of it.
You'll bring:
- Minimum 5–7 years' experience in public practice, with at least 2 years in a manager or senior accountant role
- CA or CPA qualification (essential)
- Deep technical knowledge of Australian tax legislation and compliance requirements
- Experience with business services and tax compliance across a range of entity types
- Strong written and verbal communication skills — you can explain a tax concept to a client without making their eyes glaze over
- A proactive, client-first mindset and genuine desire to grow with a firm
- Experience with cloud-based accounting platforms (Xero, MYOB, HandiSoft or similar)
Why This Role?
Because it's rare. Here's what makes this genuinely different:
Real variety. The client base spans industries — construction, hospitality, professional services, property, not-for-profit, and more. You won't be processing the same return 200 times a year.
Global backing, boutique feel. You get the resources and referral network of an international accounting group, with none of the bureaucracy of a Big 4 firm. Decisions get made quickly. People are trusted.
A pathway. This firm promotes from within. If partnership is your long-term goal, this is a firm where that conversation is taken seriously.
Location. The firm is based in Eastwood — easy to get to, easy to park, not stuck in the CBD.
Culture. The partners here have long tenures and low turnover for a reason. This is a firm where people build careers, not just jobs.
What's On Offer
- Competitive remuneration package, commensurate with experience
- Genuine flexibility and hybrid working arrangements
- A clear professional development pathway
- Access to a global network of accounting professionals
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Ongoing CPD support
How to Apply
Please apply to this advert or send your CV through to adam@charterhouse.com.au
Applications are reviewed as received — don't wait.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This role is open to Australian citizens and permanent residents, or those with full working rights in Australia.