Client Manager / Senior Accountant (Business & Agribusiness)

Client Manager / Senior Accountant (Business & Agribusiness)

Company: Ringrose Button Chartered Accountants Location: Rockhampton Work Type: Full-time Remote/On-site: Remote

Ringrose Button Chartered Accountants is a firm with deep roots in regional Queensland, understanding remote and rural business through lived experience. The team combines genuine relationships with modern, technology-forward accounting, offering practical advice from people who understand their clients' world. The firm actively participates in local community events.

Due to continued growth, Ringrose Button is seeking an experienced Client Manager/Senior Accountant. This role involves taking ownership of an established client portfolio and serving as a trusted advisor and key point of contact. It is a senior, highly autonomous position suited to an individual who enjoys building strong client relationships, providing strategic advice, and delivering quality accounting and taxation outcomes.

The role will involve working with a broad range of business and primary production clients, managing their accounting, taxation, and advisory requirements, and proactively identifying opportunities to add value. Flexibility in location and working arrangements is offered. While a full-time employee is preferred, permanent part-time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate. A requirement to spend approximately one week in Longreach each quarter will apply, with travel and accommodation expenses covered by Ringrose Button.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of business and primary production clients.
• Act as the primary relationship manager and trusted advisor.
• Prepare and review complex financial statements and income tax returns.
• Deliver proactive tax planning and strategic business advice.
• Manage multi-entity structures, including companies, trusts, and individuals.
• Provide advice regarding small business taxation and capital gains tax matters.
• Prepare and review Fringe Benefits Tax returns and related reporting.
• Review work to a high technical standard, ready for Partner sign-off.
• Conduct client meetings and maintain ongoing relationships.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies.
• Utilise technology, automation, and AI tools to improve client outcomes.

About You:

• CPA or CA Qualified (or nearing completion).
• Minimum 6 years' public practice accounting experience.
• Strong technical taxation and business advisory capability.
• Experience managing your own client portfolio.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes.
• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously.
• Positive, professional, and client-focused approach.

Highly Regarded Experience:

• Primary production and agribusiness clients.
• Tax planning and business structuring.
• Small Business CGT concessions.
• Farm management deposits and primary production taxation.
• Carbon credits, renewable energy, or rural landholder arrangements.

Technology Utilised:

The firm operates in a modern, digital-first environment and utilises:

• Xero
• CAS360
• AccountKit
• Microsoft Excel and OneDrive
• AI and workflow automation tools

What's on Offer:

• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options.
• Opportunity to be based in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, or Regional Queensland.
• Quarterly team catch-ups and Longreach office visits with expenses covered.
• Diverse and interesting client portfolio.
• High level of autonomy and trust.
• Progressive firm embracing technology and innovation.
• Supportive team culture focused on long-term success.
• Attractive salary package, negotiated based on experience and qualifications.

Applications:

If this role aligns with your career aspirations, please submit your application, including a CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Please note that only applicants meeting the outlined criteria will be contacted as part of the short-listing process. All applications will be treated as strictly confidential.