BAS Manager
Are you a fully qualified Chartered Accountant ready to step into a visible, people-focused management role? We are looking for a superstar Business Advisory Accountant Manager to help lead a talented team, work directly with clients from day one, and play a meaningful part in shaping the future of a dynamic Wellington mid-tier practice.
The opportunity
This is a leadership role with real influence. You will support and help develop a team of approximately 20 accountants, from graduates through to seniors, while remaining closely connected to high-quality compliance, taxation and business advisory work. You will be trusted with client relationships early, backed by approachable partners and a collaborative team environment.
What you will be doing
Helping manage, mentor and support a team of accountants across varying levels of experience.
Reviewing and overseeing compliance work, including annual accounts, tax returns, GST and related advisory matters.
Providing practical taxation and business consulting support to a diverse client base.
Building strong client relationships and becoming a trusted adviser from day one.
Supporting workflow, quality control, deadlines and team development across the Business Advisory function.
Contributing ideas on how the firm can continue to grow, improve and evolve.
About you
Fully qualified as a Chartered Accountant.
At least five years of relevant experience, ideally gained in a public practice environment.
Strong technical capability across compliance, taxation and business advisory work.
Confident reviewing work, coaching others and helping people grow.
Commercially minded, client-focused and comfortable dealing directly with business owners and decision-makers.
Positive, organised and collaborative, with the ability to bring energy and momentum to the team.
Why join us?
A genuine team culture - Inclusive, social and friendly, with a strong sense of belonging from the start.
Access and autonomy- Work directly with the firm's clients from day one and make a visible contribution.
Future-focused leadership - Have a say in how the firm develops because you will be part of its future.
The kind of person who will thrive
You will enjoy being close to the action: supporting people, solving client problems, improving processes and helping create a practice that is technically strong, commercially responsive and a great place to work. If you want a role where your leadership matters and your ideas are welcomed, this is an excellent next step.
Interested? We would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief cover note outlining your public practice experience and leadership strengths.
Employment Type: FULL_TIME