ASSISTANT MANAGER - SUNSHINE COAST / HYBRID – GROWING BUSINESS SERVICES & ADVISORY FIRM (JOB ID 1565) Are you an experienced public practice accountant ready to step into a leadership role with genuine career progression? Looking for the opportunity to combine strong technical expertise, team leadership, and career growth with the lifestyle benefits of the Sunshine Coast? Our client is a progressive and rapidly growing business services and advisory firm expanding its presence into Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Known for delivering high-quality accounting, taxation, and strategic business advisory solutions, the firm combines technical excellence with a people-first culture that genuinely values both clients and staff. With a strong focus on growth, leadership development, and team empowerment, this is an exciting opportunity to join a firm during a major expansion phase and play a key role in its future success. The Role: Manage a diverse portfolio of SME, business and individual clients across tax and business services Prepare and review financial statements, income tax returns, BAS, IAS, payroll and compliance obligations Provide practical tax planning, structuring, compliance and business advisory support Identify advisory opportunities to support client growth and long-term success Lead workflow planning, job scheduling, budgets and capacity management Review and sign off on compliance work completed by junior and intermediate accountants Mentor, train and support team members through regular feedback and development Respond confidently to ATO correspondence and client queries Contribute to process improvement, innovation and internal leadership initiatives About You: CA or CPA qualified Minimum 5 years’ Australian public practice accounting experience Strong technical knowledge across tax legislation, business structures and compliance Proven leadership capability with experience reviewing work and managing team performance Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills Advanced Xero capability including payroll and reporting Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills Commercially minded with excellent communication and problem-solving capability Passion for mentoring, leadership, and continuous professional growth What’s On Offer: Competitive salary package aligned with experience Clear pathway to Manager and senior leadership progression Leadership opportunity within a growing and expanding firm Hybrid working options and flexible hours Strong technical development, leadership mentoring, and career support Diverse client base across multiple industries People-first, supportive, and collaborative culture Regular social initiatives, wellness support, and team events Outstanding Sunshine Coast lifestyle opportunity This opportunity offers the ideal next step for an ambitious Senior Accountant or Assistant Manager seeking leadership, career progression and lifestyle. You’ll join a growing, people-focused firm where your technical expertise, leadership capability, and long-term career goals can thrive alongside the exceptional lifestyle benefits of the Sunshine Coast. Please note: This job is based in Australia therefore, only candidates who are permanent residents or citizens of Australia will be considered. HOW TO APPLY Submit your résumé and application letter now by clicking the 'Apply To This Job' button. For confidential discussion regarding this and other positions, we invite you to contact us directly on 07 5573 4215. Confidentiality is assured – Your application will be handled according to our Privacy Policy: Protecting the privacy of candidates, clients and other users