- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Source
- Workday
Description
We’re BDO, a global professional services firm connected to local markets. Our people work together to provide specialist expertise, helping businesses achieve their goals.
We inspire others, to go further. We create together, to reach higher. We build trust, to lead purposefully.
Whether you're building your future or starting your career with us, you won’t do it alone. From creating solutions for our clients to building careers for our people, we shape what matters, and that’s where you come in.
About the Role
The Business Services team supports our clients' success by adding value across every aspect of their business through strategic advisory and compliance services. Our advisers work closely with private businesses, family groups and high net worth individuals, helping them understand their business, navigate challenges and identify opportunities for growth. We are looking for a Manager to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality advisory and compliance services to a diverse client base. This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced Partners and leaders, build trusted client relationships and contribute to the development of our people.
We recognise that great candidates bring different experiences and career journeys. We welcome applications from professionals seeking full-time, part-time or other flexible working arrangements.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a portfolio of clients and develop strong, trusted relationships
Work closely with Partners and senior team members to deliver business advisory and taxation services
Contribute to strategic business discussions and provide practical commercial advice to clients
Review and manage the preparation of complex financial statements, consolidated financial statements and income tax returns
Provide technical tax advice across a range of areas, including Division 7A, CGT, GST and other taxation matters
Conduct reviews of tax compliance obligations, including income tax, FBT and GST requirements
Support the day-to-day management and workflow of client engagements
Coach, mentor and support the development of team members including both local and offshore
Assist with budgeting, planning and resource management across client engagements
Identify opportunities to improve client outcomes and contribute to business development activities
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Experience within a public practice or professional services accounting environment
CA or CPA qualification
Experience providing business advisory, accounting and taxation services to a diverse client base
Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills
Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to different audiences
Experience reviewing work, providing coaching and supporting the development of others
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
Sound knowledge of cloud accounting platforms, Microsoft Office applications and related technologies
A collaborative approach and willingness to contribute ideas and continuous improvement initiatives
Flexible Working
We understand that talented professionals are looking for flexibility in different stages of their careers. We are open to considering part-time, job-share and other flexible working arrangements for candidates whose skills and experience align with the needs of the role.
Why BDO?
Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm.
Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.
Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways.
We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible.
Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.
Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.
With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience.
Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive).
We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2025-2026 by Diversity Council of Australia and a 2024-2025 Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).
BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview process, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]
