Manager - Business Services

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Kelly+Partners Pittwater is seeking a high performing Manager who combines technical excellence with a clear path to leadership. You’ll manage and review client work across business services and tax, provide tax planning and advisory support, build trusted client relationships, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with Partners on broader matters. This local Avalon Beach role sits in a supportive, collaborative culture within a growing, Top 20 ASX-listed firm with national and global reach, offering postgraduate study support and a genuine route to senior leadership or Partnership. To apply, highlight 6+ years in a Chartered practice, CA or CPA status, and hands-on experience with MYOB AE, HowNow, Xero, APS and QuickBooks; show mentoring impact and client outcomes, and explain why you want to grow with Kelly+Partners and stay local.

Kelly+Partners Pittwater is looking for a high‑performing Manager who values both technical excellence and long‑term development. This role suits someone who enjoys leading and building trusted client relationships and, over time, progressing into senior leadership or Partnership.

About Kelly+Partners Pittwater

Kelly+Partners operates with a simple mission:

“to help our people, private business owners and communities Be Better Off”.

What that looks like in practice:

• A Top 20, ASX‑listed accounting firm with offices across Australia, Ireland, the USA and Hong Kong
• Consistent growth and long‑term stability
• An office based in Avalon Beach, offering a strong local client base and lifestyle balance
• A culture that values development, collaboration and trust

What We Offer

• A supportive, close‑knit team culture
• Postgraduate study support and Employee Assistance Program access
• The opportunity to build a long‑term career within a growing firm
• A local role with national and global connections

Your Long‑Term Opportunity

This is a chance to step into a well‑supported Manager position within a high‑performing, collaborative office.

You’ll work closely with Partners who take a genuine interest in your development, giving you exposure to broader advisory work and greater responsibility within the firm as you progress.

The Role

As a Manager, you’ll play an important role in the day‑to‑day success of the firm, including:

• Managing and reviewing client work across business services and tax
• Providing tax planning and advisory support
• Building trusted relationships with a diverse client base
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members
• Working alongside Partners on client matters

The role offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to grow at a sustainable pace. 

Your Development

At Kelly+Partners, progression is structured but flexible. As a Manager, you’ll have access to:

• Ongoing technical and professional development
• Monthly tax training and internal learning sessions
• Regular exposure to Partners and senior leadership
• Clear visibility of what future progression can look like, including senior leadership and Partnership for those who choose that path

About You

• 6+ years’ experience within a Chartered Accounting practice
• CA or CPA qualification (or near completion)
• Expertise using accounting software, including MYOB AE, HowNow, Active Ledger, APS, Xero and Quickbooks
• Strong communication skills and a client‑focused mindset
• An interest in mentoring and developing others
• A steady, thoughtful approach to your career progression