Senior Manager / Associate | Business Services

_{28th October, 2026}

Salary: $145,000-$180,000 + superannuation
Location: Brisbane CBD or Brendale
Work style: Permanent full-time | Hybrid work after onboarding (2-4 weeks)
 
Why This Role
Build towards partnership through an established succession opportunity, with time to understand the clients, develop relationships and work alongside the existing Partner.
 
A leading northside accounting firm is seeking an experienced Senior Manager or Associate to help lead an established Business Services team. The appointment forms part of its leadership succession planning, with an opportunity to progress towards buying into partnership over approximately 12-24 months, depending on readiness and fit.
 
The team services a portfolio generating approximately $1.8 million in annual fees. An existing Manager, accountants and offshore bookkeeping support provide a delivery structure around you, allowing a focus on client relationships, technical oversight, advisory work and leadership.
 
Choose a Brisbane CBD or Brendale base, with hybrid work after onboarding (2-4 weeks).
 
The Role
Work closely with the Partner to understand the portfolio and progressively take on broader responsibility for client relationships, team performance and engagement delivery.
 
Responsibilities include:

• Managing relationships with business owners and acting as a senior contact for accounting, tax and advisory matters
• Reviewing financial statements, tax returns and complex compliance work
• Leading tax planning, cash flow forecasting and management reporting engagements
• Researching complex taxation matters and communicating practical recommendations
• Identifying advisory needs and helping clients improve business performance
• Delegating work and overseeing workflow, deadlines and technical quality
• Coaching accountants and supporting their technical and interpersonal development
• Working with the existing Manager and offshore bookkeeping support to coordinate delivery
• Monitoring WIP, engagement budgets and fees
• Supporting business development, referrals and the growth of existing relationships
• Working with the Partner on the planned transition of clients and leadership responsibilities

The portfolio includes clients across hospitality, manufacturing, and not-for-profit organisations, as well as other business sectors.
 
What You'll Bring

• At least six years of Australian public practice experience in business services and taxation
• Completed CA or CPA qualification
• Current Senior Manager or Associate-level capability
• Strong knowledge of Australian taxation and demonstrated tax advisory experience
• Confidence managing complex client relationships and leading client meetings
• Experience delegating, reviewing work and developing accountants
• Commercial judgement across engagement delivery, budgets and client opportunities
• Clear communication and the ability to translate technical matters into useful advice
• A genuine interest in partnership and broader practice leadership

This opportunity suits someone ready to take on ownership responsibilities, with the capability to lead both clients and people.
 
What's On Offer

• $145,000-$180,000 + superannuation
• Brisbane CBD or Brendale office base
• Hybrid work after onboarding (2-4 weeks), with arrangements varying by team
• An established succession opportunity with potential to buy into partnership
• Direct collaboration with the Partner during the transition
• An established client portfolio, existing Manager and accounting team
• Offshore bookkeeping support
• Quarterly technical training, professional webinars and leadership development
• Individual development planning and twice-yearly performance reviews
• Growth and referral incentive programs
• Retail discounts and access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Quality office and home-working IT equipment following the initial settling-in period

About Our Client
Our client is an established Queensland accounting, advisory and audit firm with more than 80 people across Brisbane CBD, Brendale and the Sunshine Coast.
 
Business Services is its largest division, supporting SMEs, family-owned businesses and other organisations across a broad range of industries. Services extend beyond compliance to strategic planning, business improvement, cash flow forecasting and outsourced CFO support.
 
Partner-led teams combine client relationships with access to specialist expertise, professional development and cloud-based systems.
 
Next Steps
If you are an experienced Senior Manager or Associate seeking client leadership and a longer-term opportunity to progress towards partnership, please submit your resume.
 
A cover letter is encouraged but optional.
 
For a confidential discussion, contact Shaun at Minchin Recruitment:
hello@minchinrecruitment.com.au
(07) 3733 3544
 
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