Manager, Business Advisory Services

Key Responsibilities

Business Advisory & Accounting Services

• Prepare financial statements, income tax returns and supplementary tax filings including GST and FBT
• Complete bank reconciliations and maintain high-quality working papers
• Prepare clear, concise file notes and standard client correspondence for review
• Ensure all work is accurately cross-referenced, reviewed and appropriately filed
• Apply accounting concepts across a wide range of clients, industries and entity sizes
• Identify recurring issues, potential risks and opportunities, and recommend practical solutions
• Understand client businesses, key drivers and engagement objectives
• Maintain confidentiality and deliver a consistently high standard of client service
• Liaise professionally with clients, creating a positive and trusted client experience
• Adhere to firm risk management, ethical standards and quality control procedures

Leadership & Operational Delivery

• Supervise and review the work of junior team members
• Manage workflows to meet deadlines and agreed budgets
• Accurately record time, monitor budgets and assist with fee preparation
• Provide regular progress updates to Directors and Partners
• Demonstrate initiative while exercising sound judgement about when to seek support
• Handle ad-hoc requests efficiently with minimal disruption to wider team priorities

Team & Professional Development

• Actively participate in training, meetings and professional development activities
• Build strong working relationships across client and internal teams
• Maintain a positive, solutions-focused approach and be open to feedback
• Develop internal networks and awareness of the firm’s broader service offerings

About You

You will bring:

• CA or CPA qualification (or equivalent)
• Strong experience in accounts preparation, financial statements and New Zealand tax legislation
• Background in a professional services or public practice environment
• Previous people management or supervisory experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related systems
• A proactive, client-focused mindset with strong communication skills