Business Services Manager
Company: Catalina Consultants Location: Sydney NSW Work Type: Full-time Work Model: 3:2 Hybrid CBD
Catalina Consultants is seeking a Business Services Manager, or a capable Supervisor/Assistant Manager ready for advancement, to join their Sydney CBD-based accounting and advisory firm. This reputable and expanding practice has provided Accounting, Tax, Outsourced Finance, and Consulting solutions for over a decade to high-net-worth individuals and businesses across various industries. The firm is recognised for its structured, disciplined approach and steady growth, fostering a people-first, collaborative culture. They are dedicated to delivering excellence, supporting clients in making informed decisions while ensuring strong compliance and long-term strategic direction.
Remuneration and Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Discretionary bonus
- Perks and benefits
- Training allowance
- Structured internal training, including regular technical updates
- Tailored professional development and mentoring
- Strong focus on soft skills and personal growth
- Supportive, collaborative culture with regular team events and annual getaways
- Hybrid working environment
The Opportunity: This pivotal role reports directly to a Partner and works closely with the Managing Director. It integrates technical expertise, leadership, and client engagement, offering the chance to shape workflow, develop team capability, and contribute to the firm’s ongoing growth within a collaborative, high-performing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a client portfolio, overseeing financial statements, tax returns, and compliance obligations for various entities.
- Lead, review, and mentor junior team members, manage workflow, and resolve escalated issues.
- Deliver tax planning, restructuring advice, and ongoing client support in collaboration with Partners.
- Oversee payroll, superannuation, and statutory lodgements, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and legislation.
- Drive client service excellence, billing performance, and continuous improvement across systems and processes.
About You:
- CA qualified with 5+ years of experience in public practice, currently at Manager level or ready to step up.
- Possess strong technical expertise in accounting, tax, and payroll matters within an Australian CA environment.
- Demonstrate proven experience managing client portfolios, workflow, and team performance.
- Tech-savvy, with experience in Xero (XPM advantageous), Class Super, and a paperless practice environment.
- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and client-focused, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
If you are proactive, technically strong, and take pride in delivering high-quality outcomes while building strong client relationships, we encourage you to apply. Submit your CV today to take the next step in your Business Services career. Apply now for a confidential discussion.