Manager - Accounting and Tax

Job Description

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.

We help clients solve challenges while creating an environment where talented people can grow their careers, take ownership and make a real impact

About the Role
We're looking for an Accounting & Tax Manager who wants more than just a title.

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

This is a leadership 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

• CA/CPA qualified.

• Solid experience across SME / private group clients.

• Strong grounding in Australian accounting and tax / Australian Accounting Standards.

• Proven ability to lead multiple priorities and deadlines with strong organisation and judgement.

• Strong people leadership skills, with a track record of developing others and building a sense of belonging and shared outcomes.

Job Responsibilities include but not limited to

• Lead a quality client portfolio, delivering exceptional tax, compliance and advisory outcomes.
• Build trusted client relationships and become a valued business adviser.
• Drive month-end and year-end reporting, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and a seamless client experience.
• Champion quality, governance and best practice across all client engagements.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team, fostering growth, accountability and success.
• Take ownership of workflow, resourcing and delivery planning to achieve outstanding commercial and client outcomes.
• Partner with leaders across the business to drive continuous improvement and enhance client value.

Job Benefits

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.

What you'll enjoy:

• 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

Why People Join (and Stay)

• 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
To learn more about Ashfords, visit www.ashfords.com.au or apply via this job advert

For a confidential discussion about the opportunity, contact John Christou on 0428 433 ***