Manager - Business Services

Ashfords is Melbourne’s Southeast’s largest independently owned multidisciplinary firm. Across eight specialist service lines, we combine energy, agility and commercial insight to deliver standout outcomes for every client—supported by a culture built on diversity, growth and acting with integrity.

We are based in Dandenong South, right next to Keysborough, making us easily accessible to clients and partners across the region.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Manager – Business Services to support a high-performing team and manage a diverse portfolio of clients. Working closely with our Partners and senior stakeholders, you’ll set the standard for quality delivery, strengthen client relationships, and provide practical, commercial advice that helps clients move forward with confidence.

You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a hands-on manager who takes ownership from start to finish—setting clear direction, coaching your team to do their best work, and applying calm and commercial judgement. You’ll be backed by a connected leadership group and the wider Ashfords team, with the opportunity to improve the way we work and genuine opportunities to keep growing your capability.

Requirements

• CA/CPA qualified
• Working knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong verbal and written Communication skills
• Strong people leadership skills, with a track record of developing others and building a sense of belonging and shared outcomes.

Job Responsibilities

Duties include (but not limited to)

• Maintains professional and meaningful relationships with clients and prospective clients
• Deliver end-to-end monthly and annual tax compliance and associated client activities.
• Monitors and maintains high levels of practice compliance, per legislative requirements
• Coach, develop and manage team members, creating clarity, capability and a high-accountability culture.
• Work collaboratively with leaders across the firm

Job Benefits

Why Join Us?

You’ll have the benefits and career opportunity you’d expect in a global firm, paired with the impact and visibility that comes with a fast-growing, entrepreneurial team. Our focus is simple: delivering “financial freedom and peace of mind” for our clients, our firm, and our people. Fast-growing mid-sized accounting firm, with a diverse, inclusive and social work culture.

• Flexible work arrangements
• Social activities, and off-site team building days with a comprehensive range of wellbeing initiatives (including in-house corporate massages).
• Active investment in your professional development with internal and external tailored training.
• Financial incentives in addition to your salary

Applicants must have sufficient working rights for this role.

How to apply

For further information about the practice go to www.ashfords.com.au or contact John Christou on 0428 433 217 for a confidential conversation.