Client Manager/Business Services Accountant

About us

Walker Hill is a leading Brisbane Chartered Accounting Firm. 

We are not your typical accounting firm. Our mission is to transform the way businesses manage their finances and drive growth. Our slogan is “Make it Count.” And we show up every day making it count for not only our clients but for ourselves. 

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Client Manager to join our well-established team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you'll provide outstanding service to a wide and diverse client base who will come to trust and value you as an integral business advisor. The responsibilities of the role include:

• Work with a growing client base
• Preparation of financial statements and tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships and SMSFs
• Preparation of BAS/IAS
• Preparation of budgets and cashflows
• Email support to clients
• Review Junior staff work
• Liaise with the ATO and other regulatory bodies

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience within Australian Public Practice
• A degree in Business or Commerce with a major in Accounting
• CA/CPA or desire to commence 
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Results driven, with ability to plan and coordinate workload to meet (and exceed) deadlines and targets
• Commitment to championing a progressive, innovative, and positive work environment
• Ability to present solutions not problems
• Desire to continuously improve your technical knowledge and ability
• Experience in Xero would be highly desirable

How we do it differently at Walker Hill 

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and genuine opportunities for career progression
• Take care of your own clients
• Assistance for accountants with CA/CPA study including financial support and time off work to study
• Mentorship Program & pathway to management, associate director, and director;
• Fun team culture with emphasis on Rewards & Recognition (Think…retreats to Byron Bay, monthly social events)
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure
• Physical and Mental Health & Wellness activities and support 
• Flexible working arrangements including work from home and flexible hours
• Working with a wide variety of clients in various industries
• 12pm finish on Fridays – every Friday!
• Want more? Check out our “Life at Walker Hill” video below.

To Apply

If you’ve read all the way to this point, we’re guessing that this role sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Be sure to add an up-to-date resume and cover letter to your application!