BAS Manager/Senior Manager

This is an attractive senior role that will suit an accomplished BAS Manager or Senior Manager who thrives in a high‑touch advisory environment and looking for a clearer career progression plan.

The Opportunity

In this newly created role, you’ll take ownership of a significant client portfolio (in excess of $1m and growing) that is shifting further into consulting, forecasting, business planning, and commercial problem‑solving. With 60-70% of your time focused on advisory and 30-40% on team management, high‑end compliance and financial reporting, this role is designed for someone who wants to operate at a strategic level.

You will work closely with the Directors and have a clear pathway to expand your leadership responsibilities as the firm continues its strong growth trajectory, with the business on track to achieve another record-breaking revenue year.

Why you should consider this role

• High‑touch advisory with SMEs and mid‑market clients
• Direct access to Directors and influence on client strategy
• Shape and grow the team as the advisory division expands
• Car park included + flexible start times
• Modern, people‑focused culture with strong investment in training, leadership development, and well‑being
• Offshore compliance team enabling you to focus on value‑add work
• Exposure to M&A, valuations, capital raising, and commercial projects

The firm’s client base includes fast‑growth businesses, multi‑million‑dollar groups, and long‑standing relationships built on trust and proactive guidance.

Your focus in this role

• Oversight of a substantial portfolio, with room to grow
• Review of high‑level compliance work completed by offshore and local teams
• Delivery of advisory services: forecasting, budgeting, cashflow, business planning, analysis
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing a capable team
• Strengthening client relationships through proactive, strategic engagement
• Contributing to leadership discussions and firm‑wide improvement initiatives

About the successful candidate

• Strong client‑facing advisory capability
• Proven leadership and review experience
• Commercial judgement and confidence in front of clients
• Ability to mentor, guide, and elevate a team
• CA/CPA qualified (preferred)
• A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset

About our client

This is a firm where people thrive, supported by structured training, leadership pathways, wellness initiatives, social events, and a culture built on collaboration and continuous improvement. Client satisfaction is exceptional, and the firm is widely regarded for its innovation, reliability, and forward‑thinking leadership. In a nutshell, the firm is one of the success stories in the SME segment of the last three decades.

Salary: $140,000 - $200,000 + Kiwi Saver + onsite car park and other benefits

The brief for this role is intentionally broad, allowing us to consider a wide spectrum of strong candidates — from accomplished Managers through to Senior Managers.

Apply now

Contact Steve on [021 286 1114](tel:021 286 1114) or by email at [email protected]

Alternatively, you can apply in confidence via the QUICK APPLY button on this page.

Reference number: sk13179

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