Client Manager - Business Advisory & Accounting
- Manage a diverse portfolio of business clients in public practice.
- Provide proactive business advisory and support to clients.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Client Manager – Public Practice Wollongong | Business Advisory | Client Relationships | Sponsorship Potential
Are you an experienced Public Practice Accountant looking to move beyond traditional compliance and make a genuine difference to your clients’ businesses?
Our client is a well-established and highly regarded public practice firm in the Illawarra, seeking an experienced Client Manager to join their team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant who enjoys building strong client relationships, providing practical advice and helping business owners achieve their goals.
Why You'll Love This Role
- NO TIMESHEETS! A genuine point of difference in public practice.
- Monthly subscription model – clients pay a set monthly fee rather than being charged by the hour. This is very rare in public practice.
- Focus on business advisory, strategy and client relationships, rather than billable hours.
- Manage an established portfolio and work directly with business owners.
- Provide practical advice around business planning, cash flow, forecasting and tax strategies.
- Build genuine, long-term client relationships.
About the Role
You will manage a diverse portfolio of business clients, overseeing their accounting and taxation requirements while providing proactive business advice and ongoing support.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing and developing client relationships.
- Providing business advisory and commercially focused advice.
- Reviewing financial performance and identifying opportunities.
- Assisting with business planning, cash flow and forecasting.
- Overseeing accounting and taxation compliance.
- Acting as a trusted adviser to business owners.
About You
- Minimum 3-5 years’ public practice accounting experience.
- CA or CPA qualified.
- Strong business advisory and client management experience.
- Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with business owners.
- Commercial, proactive and client-focused.
Visa & Sponsorship Opportunity
Currently in Australia on a visa? If you have Australian work experience and the right public practice background, sponsorship may be available for the right candidate.
If you're ready to escape timesheets, move beyond traditional compliance and focus on delivering real value to your clients, this could be the opportunity for you.
Apply now or contact Margherita at Illawarra Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
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