Manager (BAS)

BAS Manager | Advisory-Focused | $120k-$160k

Lead a team. Build client relationships. Deliver real advisory work.

Why you'll want this role:

• Join one of Auckland's growing medium-sized advisory firms
• High-level advisory and consulting work - not just compliance
• Lead and mentor a talented BAS team
• Manage a quality portfolio of medium to large clients
• Flexible start and finish times
• Work from home one day per week
• Genuine progression into senior leadership

About the Firm

Medium-sized advisory firms have been leading the market over the past decade, and this firm continues to grow through new client wins and acquisitions.

They're known for delivering quality advice rather than simply producing compliance work. Their clients rely on them as trusted business advisors, creating a steady flow of consulting and strategic projects across a wide range of industries.

The Partners are approachable, supportive and invest heavily in their people, giving you exposure to higher-level technical work while allowing you to develop your leadership skills.

The Role

This is a genuine management position where you'll have responsibility for both your team and your own client portfolio.

You'll be involved in:

• Leading, mentoring and developing a BAS team
• Managing and reviewing workflow
• Reviewing financial statements and tax work
• Building long-term client relationships
• Delivering high-value advisory projects
• Supporting Partners with technical and consulting engagements

You'll have plenty of autonomy while still having direct access to the Partners whenever you need support.

The Clients

You'll advise a diverse portfolio across industries including:

• Technology & Start-ups
• Financial Services
• Construction
• Retail
• Investments
• High Net Worth Individuals

Typical client turnover ranges from $10M-$30M, with exposure to larger businesses exceeding $100M.

Projects include:

• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Strategy & Business Planning
• Monthly Management Reporting
• Board Reporting
• Business Advisory
• High-level Tax & Compliance Reviews
• IFRS Reporting on selected clients

What You'll Get

• Genuine advisory-focused workload
• Leadership responsibility from day one
• Flexible start and finish times
• Work from home one day each week
• Excellent mentoring from experienced Partners
• Exposure to larger and more complex clients
• Clear progression based on your ability, not time served
• Supportive, collaborative culture with plenty of autonomy

About You

You'll ideally have:

• Management experience within a NZ Chartered Accounting firm
• CA or CPA qualification
• Strong client relationship and communication skills
• Experience reviewing work and managing team workflow
• IFRS exposure (advantageous, not essential)
• A passion for developing people and helping clients succeed

Apply Now

If you're looking for a management role where you can genuinely grow your leadership career while delivering meaningful advisory work, we'd love to hear from you.

Jackson McNaughton
📧 [email protected]
📱 [027 531 8530](tel:027 531 8530)

Luke Thompson
📧 [email protected]
📱 [021 0878 1759](tel:021 0878 1759)