Busiess Serices Manager/Client Manager - Flexible Boutique Firm New
- Manage a dedicated portfolio of clients delivering tax and business advisory services.
- Oversee workflow, capacity planning, and job allocation.
- Liaise directly with clients to resolve queries and nurture lasting relationships.
$150k - $165k Package + Bonus
- Sydney CBD location (close to Martin Place & Wynyard Stations) - hybrid arrangements and flexible work hours
- Long-standing boutique firm with a stable team and supportive environment
- Option for full-time or a 4-day per week arrangement
My client is a well-established chartered firm in the heart of the CBD. They have a 30 + year history offering tax, accounting, and corporate secretarial services to a loyal client base that include SME’s, corporates, and notable high-net worth individuals and family groups ( which has grownalmost entirely through word of mouth).
The Founding Partner has extensive industry experience, sits on the boards for various charitable organistions, has a strong background working with top-tier firms prior to starting his own practice.
Inside the office you’ll find a friendly and down-to-earth team of 15, supported by a team of offshore accountants and bookkeepers. The business has excellent longevity among the team, which is a testament to the supportive, social, and family-oriented culture they promote.
They are now seeking an experienced Client Manager to join their team. In this role you will be managing a portfolio of clients (moving jobs through to completion), reviewing the work of inhouse and offshore staff, and acting as a key point of contact for clients.
The practice is continuing to grow and embracing tech developments. So this is a great opportuntiy for someone looking to join a close-knit team where they can make an impact, and continue to develop their leadership skills.
Key responsibilities
- Managing a dedicated portfolio of clients, delivering tax and business advisory services, and serving as the primary point of contact
- Oversee workflow, capacity planning and job allocation
- Reviewing work prepared by local and offshore team members
- Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries, talk through outcomes and nurture lasting reltionships. Including leading client meetings and communicating complex issues clearly
The ideal candidate will:
- Possess a relevant tertiary level qualification and hold a CA, CPA, or IPA designation
- Have 6 + years recent experience in Australian public practice, including experience reviewing/menting staff (experience working with an offshore team would be highly advatageous)
- Be proficient in Xero/XPM and other cloud-based accountign softwares
- Have strong professional communication skills - and experience dealing directly with clients
- Be well organised, with strong time-management skills and excellent attention to detail
If you are interested in this role please email your resume to anita.bambridge@lawsonelliott.com.au quoting reference AB18342, or for additional information please call Anita of (02) 8274 0215.
Consultant
Anita Bambridge
Business Manager
02 8274 0215
anita.bambridge@lawsonelliott.com.au
Reference number: AB18342
Profession:AccountingAudit/Business Services
Company: Lawson Elliott
Date posted: 25th Oct, 2026
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