AddressAbout us:
Ashfords is an energetic, passionate, flexible, diverse and progressive multidisciplinary firm with 7 business units, we are the largest independently owned firm in Melbourne’s Southeast.
About the Role:
Key Aspects of the Business Services Manager Role at Ashfords:
- Career Advancement: Ideal for those eager to lead and grow within a thriving multi-service firm.
- Impactful Work: Seeking individuals with a passion for making a significant impact and a commitment to continuous learning.
- Leadership Skills: Candidates should be able to take ownership, show initiative, and possess strong people skills.
- Supportive Environment: Ashfords promises comprehensive support from the team and the firm at large.
This role is a unique opportunity for professionals who are ready to take on leadership responsibilities and contribute to the firm’s dynamic growth.
Duties include:
- Building strong business partnerships with existing and new clients
- Guiding and supporting your team to develop, grow and support your client base.
- Preparation and review of financial statements ensuring deadlines are met, internally and externally
- Research and advice on complex matters
- Business planning, budgeting, forecasting, performance measurement
Requirements:
- CA/CPA qualifications
- Minimum 5 years working experience
- Willingness to explain complex concepts in terms others can understand
- Keen to develop junior staff, share knowledge and mentor them
- Strong business acumen, coupled with great technical skills and ability
- Excellent client management, interpersonal and communication, both written and verbal skills
- Able to demonstrate ownership of the project and to use own initiative
Why Join Us?
We proudly offer all the benefits and opportunities for growth you would expect in a global firm, with the added benefit of being a valued member of an entrepreneurial and growth-oriented team; focused on delivering “financial freedom and peace of mind” for our clients, our firm and our people.
- A priority growth initiative, with exposure to the CEO, Executive Committee and head of Business Services.
- Fast growing mid-sized Accounting Firm, with a diverse, inclusive and social work culture.
- Flexible working arrangements available to you are up to 2 days a week WFH, 4-day week or 9-day fortnight, flexi day off once a month; plan your working month in advance!
- Social activities, 2 paid team building days per year, extensive Great Place to Work initiatives (including in-house corporate massages).
- Brand -new purpose-built premises located in Dandenong South.
- Free on-site parking.
- Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
- Active investment into your professional development with internal and external tailored training.
- Multiple financial incentives in addition to your salary.
- Established practice for over 50 years
Applicants must have sufficient working rights for this role.
How to apply
For further information about the practice go to www.ashfords.com.au or contact John Christou on 0428 433 *** for a confidential conversation.
