Overview
Join our team as a Practice Manager with a well-established and forward-thinking accounting firm, committed to providing personalised advisory services across a broad range of industries.
This is a part-time permanent opportunity for a results-driven professional with robust expertise in Australian taxation and a passion for client service.
Perfect role for professional seeking work-life balance working part-time hours.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Practice Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our firm.
This is a pivotal role that will suit a detail-oriented skilled with excellent leadership, organisational, and process management skills.
Working closely with the Partners, you will play a key role in driving efficiency, managing resources, and supporting a high-performing team of accountants and administrators.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and streamline practice operations, including workflow, resourcing, and compliance deadlines (ASIC, ATO, TPB, ACNC, etc)
Support Partners with managing appropriate work in progress ("WIP") levels, evaluation of WIP, billings (including write ups and write offs for professional staff), practice growth initiatives
Oversee billing cycles and debtors management
Support Partners with managing lodgments including Income Tax Returns ("ITR"), Activity Statements (BAS/IAS), Fringe Benefits Tax Returns ("FBT")
Manage HR functions – recruitment, onboarding, performance reviews, and staff training
Maintain and enhance practice management systems (Xero Practice Manager ("XPM"), Karbon, NowInfinity, Content Snare, etc)
Implement and monitor internal policies, quality control, and risk management frameworks
Act as a key point of contact for escalated client queries, ensuring exceptional client service
What We're Looking For
Previous experience as a Practice Manager (or Senior Administration Manager) in an accounting or professional services firm
Strong understanding of business services and tax compliance requirements
Familiarity with accounting practice software (XPM, Karbon, NowInfinity, etc.) highly regarded
Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills
Financial management experience, including budgeting, billing, and debtor control
Ability to manage competing priorities and implement process improvements
Previous accounting experience in Business Services & Tax desirable
Advanced knowledge and experience with Xero Blue and Xero Green (Xero Tax)
Robust analytical and reconciliation skills, with high attention to detail
Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
Why Join Us
Long-term career opportunity with respected and growing firm
Supportive, collaborative team culture
Opportunities to contribute to firm strategy and growth
Fully remote, permanent work-from-home setup
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📌 Practice Manager (Business Services & Tax)
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