Bookkeeping - Client Manager

About Ashfords

Ashfords is the largest independently owned multidisciplinary firm in Melbourne's South East. With seven specialist business units, we combine the capability of a large firm with the agility, flexibility and culture of an independent business.

Ashfords is a place where talented people can grow their careers, take ownership and make a real impact.

About the Role

We're looking for a Bookkeeping Client Manager r who wants more than just a title.

You'll work with a high-performing team, take ownership of an exciting client portfolio, and work closely with others to deliver exceptional outcomes while building long-term, trusted client relationships.

This is a role with real influence. You'll have the autonomy to make decisions, drive improvements, develop talent and strengthen client relationships, all while being supported by a collaborative and experienced leadership team.

If you're commercially minded, enjoy mentoring others and thrive on ownership and accountability, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Requirements

Requirements:

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or advisory roles
• Strong proficiency in accounting software (Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks)
• Solid understanding of Australian tax and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated experience providing financial insights or advisory services
• Proven client relationship management experience
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Job Responsibilities

Duties Include (but not limited to): 

• Oversee day-to-day bookkeeping functions including accounts payable, receivable, payroll and reconciliations
• Provide clients with financial insights, analysis, and actionable recommendations
• Supervise, mentor, and develop offshore bookkeeping team members
• Allocate and review work to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met
• Assist with onboarding new clients and system implementations (e.g., Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks)
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax obligations, and internal controls             

Job Benefits

Why Join Us?

At Ashfords, you'll enjoy the career opportunities, support and resources of a larger firm, with the influence, visibility and agility of a growing independent business. Our purpose is simple: helping our clients, our people and our firm achieve financial freedom and peace of mind.

• Flexible work arrangements that support life outside of work
• Competitive salary plus performance-based incentives
• Ongoing investment in your professional and leadership development
• A collaborative, inclusive and high-performing culture
• Regular social events, team experiences and wellbeing initiatives
• The opportunity to make a real impact and shape the future of the business

• Genuine ownership of your clients, team and career
• Direct access to approachable and commercially minded leaders
• A growing firm that embraces new ideas and innovation
• Flexibility that works in practice, not just on paper
• Strong team culture built on trust, collaboration and success
• Continuous investment in your technical, leadership and commercial growth

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia.

How to apply

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For further information about the practice go to www.ashfords.com.au or contact John Christou on 0428 433 *** for a confidential conversation.