Senior Accountant
Minchin Recruitment Pty • Sydney, Australia • Full Time
Posted on Tue, May 26, 2026
26th May, 2026
Salary: $100,000 – $110,000 + superannuation
Location: Manly, Sydney (Northern Beaches)
Work style: Flexible work available
Why This Role
This is a rare opportunity to join a high-quality, forward-thinking professional practice in a senior capacity, with genuine scope to influence, lead and progress toward partnership.
Based in Manly, this role has been created to support continued growth and client demand. You will manage a portfolio of established SME clients while playing a key role in leadership, workflow management and mentoring within the business. The focus is on trusted advice, strong client relationships and sustainable workloads — not excessive hours or rigid structures.
For the right person, this role offers clear long-term progression, including a genuine pathway to Partner.
About Our Client
Our client is a progressive accounting and advisory firm supporting SMEs, founders and growing businesses with tax, accounting and strategic advice. Known for their modern mindset, strong systems and people-first culture, they have built a reputation for high-quality work and long-term client relationships.
The firm operates with flexibility, performance-based incentives and a clear commitment to developing senior talent into future leaders.
The Role
As a Senior Accountant, you will take ownership of client relationships while contributing to leadership and firm direction. Your responsibilities will include:
- Work on a portfolio of SME clients across tax and advisory
- Reviewing financial statements, income tax returns and complex compliance work
- Providing practical, commercial and legislative advice
- Leading, mentoring and reviewing work of junior and intermediate staff
- Managing workflow, deadlines and client expectations
- Acting as a trusted adviser and key point of contact for clients
- Working closely with Directors on strategy, growth and succession planning
What You’ll Bring
- CA or CPA qualification
- Proven experience at a Senior Accountant level within public practice
- Strong technical background across taxation and business services
- Demonstrated leadership, mentoring or portfolio management experience
- Confidence managing clients independently
- Commercial mindset with strong communication skills
- Ambition to progress into a leadership or Partner-level role
- $100,000 – $110,000 + superannuation
- Attractive performance-based incentive structure
- Flexible and work-from-home arrangements
- Genuine pathway to Partner for the right candidate
- Beachside office in Manly
- Supportive, modern and people-focused firm culture
- Long-term career opportunity rather than a short-term role
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For a confidential discussion, contact Shaun at Minchin Recruitment:
Shaun Minchin
hello@minchinrecruitment.com.au
(07) 3733 3544
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