Manager
Role Overview
RSM Australia is a member of RSM, the world’s 6th largest network of audit, tax and consulting firms. We are an award-winning professional services firm with over 100 years experience supporting Australian businesses. We believe in putting people first and we are proud to have developed a work culture that fosters growth, collaboration and success.
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Who we are:
RSM Australia is a member of RSM, the world’s 6th largest network of audit, tax and consulting firms. We are an award-winning professional services firm with over 100 years experience supporting Australian businesses. We believe in putting people first and we are proud to have developed a work culture that fosters growth, collaboration and success.
About the role:
We are seeking an experienced Manager to join our Business Advisory team in Sydney. This is a key leadership role where you’ll partner closely with clients, provide strategic and commercial advice, and play an active role in developing and mentoring high‐performing teams.
You’ll work across a diverse client portfolio, delivering high‐quality accounting, tax, and advisory services while contributing to the growth and success of both your clients and the wider firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Review work papers and ensure appropriate documentation and evidence is maintained
- Apply a deep understanding of clients’ industries, business environments, and market positioning
- Take a long‐term, strategic view of client needs, identifying risks, opportunities, and value‐adding solutions
- Provide practical, commercial advice that genuinely enhances clients’ businesses
- Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with current accounting and legal standards
- Analyse management accounting reports and provide clear, actionable insights to clients
- Design, develop, and analyse financial models
- Identify, research, and resolve complex accounting and technical issues
- Review income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships, and superannuation funds
- Deliver complex tax planning strategies for clients
- Manage team workflow, delegate effectively, and communicate regularly with Partners
- Review and develop the work of junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices
- Build and maintain strong, trusted client relationships
- About you:
- You’re a confident, commercially minded professional who enjoys leading people and working closely with clients. You’re technically strong, proactive in your
- approach, and committed to continuous learning and development.
- Essential:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or Commerce with an Accounting major
- CA qualification (or equivalent)
- 5–7 years’ experience in professional services
- Proven experience managing and developing teams
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with others
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Desirable:
- Exposure to business development and client growth initiatives
- Life at RSM:
- RSM provides a great environment to build skills and confidence and we help our people achieve their best. We are trusted advisors to our clients, so it is critical for us to find the right people for the job on offer. Our network of offices across Australia and around the world allow us to offer a personal service to all our clients regardless of where they are!
- Working for RSM entitles everyone to a wide range of leading health, wellness financial and lifestyle benefits.
- How to apply:
- Please click on the “apply” button and complete our online application form.
- Agencies, thank you for thinking of us, but our recruitment is managed internally, and we will reach out to our preferred suppliers if we need assistance.
Qualifications
- You’re a confident, commercially minded professional who enjoys leading people and working closely with clients. You’re technically strong, proactive in your
- approach, and committed to continuous learning and development.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or Commerce with an Accounting major
- CA qualification (or equivalent)
- 5–7 years’ experience in professional services
- Proven experience managing and developing teams
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with others
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Exposure to business development and client growth initiatives
- RSM provides a great environment to build skills and confidence and we help our people achieve their best. We are trusted advisors to our clients, so it is critical for us to find the right people for the job on offer. Our network of offices across Australia and around the world allow us to offer a personal service to all our clients regardless of where they are!
- Working for RSM entitles everyone to a wide range of leading health, wellness financial and lifestyle benefits.
- Please click on the “apply” button and complete our online application form.
Preferred Qualifications
- Agencies, thank you for thinking of us, but our recruitment is managed internally, and we will reach out to our preferred suppliers if we need assistance.
About RSM Australia
Australian independent accounting and advisory firm providing audit, tax, consulting, and financial advisory services to businesses.
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