About BDO At BDO Australia, our why is ‘empowering people, realising possibilities’. One way we bring this to life is by hiring and developing exceptional talent, to deliver on our wide array of audit, tax and advisory services. About the Role At BDO Australia, our why is ‘empowering people, realising possibilities’. One way we bring this to life is by hiring and developing exceptional talent, to deliver on our wide variety of advisory, audit, and accounting services. The Sunshine Coast is one of the fastest-growing regions in Australia, with a strong economy and numerous opportunities for professional growth. The region offers a unique blend of urban and coastal living, with easy access to beautiful beaches, national parks, and vibrant local communities. The Sunshine Coast is known for its relaxed lifestyle, making it an ideal location for those seeking a better work/life balance. The area is home to a diverse range of industries, including real estate & construction, health & wellbeing, tourism, sport & leisure, food & agribusiness, aviation & aerospace and manufacturing, offering various career opportunities. Current opportunity We are currently seeking a Senior Manager to join our vibrant and growing Business Services team. With more than a focus on compliance work, our team provides an amazing opportunity to work with unique industries. We are looking to build our team to help provide knowledge and support that goes beyond everyday accounting and compliance needs to our clients. The Business Services group ensures our clients’ success by adding value in every aspect of their business through the provision of world-class advisory and compliance services. BDO's business advisers understand growth and success in the Australian and international markets and focus on helping our clients understand their business and provide practical strategies to help them succeed. Responsibilities include: • Manage a client base, working directly alongside partners • Assist in strategic business discussions with clients and delivering on strategic advisory services • Assist in management of the operational responsibilities of the Business Services team • Assist in management of the team to deliver high quality services to clients, and providing mentorship to junior staff • Review and manage the delivery of complex financial statements and Income Tax Returns prepared by team members • Preparation and analysis of complex management accounting reports • Assisting with the design, development and analysis of financial reporting models • Conducting tax compliance reviews of tax returns, FBT returns, GST and Payroll tax • Advising on tax planning issues, implementing tax planning and savings ideas for clients • Assist in setting budgets for specific jobs and explaining parameters and scope to team • Developing external networks and market presence • Undertake ad-hoc duties as required from time to time. Skills/Attributes Required: • Achieves successful outcomes through clear and effective communications and the ability to relate to others • Developing commercial skills with genuine levels of enquiries about wider business issues and application to client situations • Problem solving mindset • Strong communication skills, able to adapt style to suit different audiences, and ability to explain complex issues • Self-driven and assumes responsibility and accountability • Demonstrated leadership and management skills • Collaborative and solution focused • Ability to monitor progress and remain 'across' jobs; owning them and striving to adhere to short and long term deadlines • Strong attention to detail • Is willing and driven, takes a proactive approach • Strong digital skills including a good working knowledge of MS Office applications, cloud accounting platforms and add-ons. • Willingness and ability to bring new ideas to the table. Qualifications and Experience required: • Prior accounting experience in an accounting firm environment • CA qualified • General consulting exposure to a range of clients. Why BDO? Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm. Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services. Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways. We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible. Participate in fitness challenges, join the BDO run club, or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym, and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access financial benefits from travel perks, retail discounts, free breakfast daily, vehicle financing support, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support. Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include cultural and religious leave, paid leave for fertility and IVF treatments, blood donor leave, enhanced family support, plus options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program. With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide extensive technical training, dedicated leadership development programs, professional memberships, subscriptions and more. Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive). We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia and an Employer of Choice by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Find out more about our culture and hear from our people via our social channels and career pages. Apply now to join teamBDO.