2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsAre you a sharp, detail-loving accountant who secretly (or not-so-secretly) gets a thrill from making things run like a well-oiled machine? If you’re over feeling like just another cog in the wheel—stuck in a role where your skills aren’t really seen, let alone celebrated—or you’re working somewhere that’s all grind and no growth, then we might just be your people.At PAL, you’ll get the chance to lead, streamline, and actually make an impact—without getting lost in an endless loop of client meetings or corporate jargon.PAL Accounting & Advisory, based in the buzzing heart of Newtown (Geelong), is on the lookout for a Team Leader – Business Services & Tax to join our growing crew. With 5+ years of Australian tax experience, you’ll play a pivotal role in keeping our production engine running smoothly—with a fresh, friendly, no-BS approach and a commitment to excellence.You’ll work closely with the Director and Client Managers to deliver sharp, value-adding outcomes to clients, while keeping our compliance train running smoothly (and on time). If you're someone who naturally brings order to chaos—and does it with a smile—you’ll fit right in.At PAL, we do things differently. Our mission? To help our clients and our team win at life—whatever that looks like for them. We’re guided by values like approachability, integrity (we have a strict no-BS policy), collaboration, continuous learning, and genuine care. We've built a workplace that puts people first—without losing our edge.Here’s why this role could be your next great move:Your work actually matters. You're not just ticking boxes here. You're helping small business owners grow, thrive, and win at life—while doing the same for yourself.Growth is baked in. This isn’t just a “fill the gap” role—it’s part of our long-term plan. That means plenty of development, progression opportunities, and the chance to help shape the way we work as we grow.Flexibility meets fulfilment. We know there’s more to life than work (shocking, we know). That’s why we offer flexible hours, hybrid options, and a team culture that’s ambitious without being exhausting.Work that keeps you sharp. Our clients include driven small business owners, ambitious entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. You’ll tackle interesting, varied work that stretches your skills and keeps things fresh.As Team Leader – Business Services & Tax, you’ll report directly to the Director and be responsible for keeping our compliance function humming. That means ensuring financials, tax returns, advisory reports, and other key deliverables are accurate, timely, and technically on point.You’ll be the go-to for technical reviews, workflow bottlenecks, and process improvements—basically, the person who keeps things moving (and who everyone’s relieved to have around). You'll also mentor and support our accountants and bookkeepers, helping lift capability across the board and contributing to a calm, collaborative, and high-performing environment.This role is primarily onsite, but once you settle in we’re happy to work with you on flexibility that supports your best work and lifestyle.As Team Leader – Business Services & Tax, you’ll be the backbone of our accounting team—leading, reviewing, and ensuring top-quality work before it reaches the Director. You won’t just manage workflows; you’ll coach, train, and elevate the people around you and ensure things are running like a well-oiled machine.Support the Director by ensuring jobs are completed on time, accurately, and to a high standard.Review, refine, and sign off on work from your team, ensuring it's 100% ready for the final review.Train and mentor your team, developing their technical expertise across financial statement preparation, tax returns, bookkeeping, and payroll processing.Supervise a team that may include Senior Accountants, Intermediate Accountants, Graduate Accountants, and Bookkeepers at various levels—helping them deliver their best work.Work alongside accountants and bookkeepers, ensuring seamless collaboration, strong technical execution, and continuous improvement.Step in as a technical expert, assisting the Director and Client Managers with strategic client work when needed.This role is all about leadership without the client-facing pressure—perfect for a detail-driven accounting pro who thrives on developing people, refining processes, and delivering outstanding work.You take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work and ensuring everything runs smoothly.You're a stickler for detail and doing the right thing (even when no one's looking).You value collaboration, clear processes, and high standards—delivering work that keeps the team aligned, clients happy, and the business running at peak efficiency.You’re ready for your next long-term career move, not just a steppingstone—this role is critical to PAL’s ongoing success and you’re ready to play a key part in it.Qualifications and experience:CPA or CA qualifiedMust currently live in Australia and hold a legal right to work in Australia.5+ years Australian tax experience in public practice.2+ years people/workflow management experience.Hard Skills:Tax Expertise: Expert knowledge of Australian tax and compliance, with a commitment to staying on top of industry changes and external factors that impact clients.High Attention to Detail: Deliver and review 100% accurate work.Workflow Efficiency: Strong understanding of workflow management and production efficiency. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.Technical Proficiency: Advanced in Xero, Microsoft Office (Excel)Clear Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills - you can make the complex simple.Soft Skills:Leadership & Mentorship– Support and guide junior staff with approachability, empathy, and a commitment to team cohesion.Organisation & Problem-Solving– Strong time management, structured workflow approach, and the ability to resolve challenges effectively.Adaptability & Growth Mindset– You’re up for new challenges, always learning, and focused on improving yourself and your work.Proactive & Solutions-Focused– Anticipate needs, take initiative, and bring a positive, problem-solving energy to the team.Integrity & Accountability– You care about doing the right thing - keeping things honest, reliable, and holding yourself and the team to high standards.We're offering a sign-on bonus plus a competitive salary package starting from $110K - $134K (negotiable pending skills, exposure, and experience).Sound like you? Apply now and help us redefine how accounting and advisory should feel.Along with your CV, a short cover letter touching on why you'd be a great fit for this role would be great.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionProject Management and Information TechnologyIndustries: Accounting
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