General Manager

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BG Private is a proud AFR Top 50 Accounting Firm with a presence in both Melbourne and Sydney. Recognised as a leading practice, we are committed to excellence and client satisfaction, helping over 7,000 clients achieve their personal and business goals. With a team of 16 Partners and 110 staff, our culture is built on fostering growth, innovation, and collaboration, creating a work environment where people can truly thrive.

Our Culture

At BG Private, we believe in continuous development and career advancement. Our people are our greatest assets, and we offer opportunities in leadership and partnership, empowering you to reach new heights. You will be mentored by industry-leading professionals who are dedicated to your growth and success, and are encouraged to contribute and bring your ideas to life.

Hybrid and flexible workplace

BG Skills Academy to fast track your professional development journey

Monthly social club functions

Open bar on Fridays

Regular in-house morning teas

Weekly cross-fit class at Hawthorn Rec Centre

Financial support to complete further postgraduate studies

Employee assistance, health and wellbeing programs

Onsite parking

Open access to Partners

The Role

We have a newly created opportunity for a General Managerto join us at a pivotal time in our firm's growth. This role will see you lead our senior leadership team into the next phase of growth. This is a high-impact role for a strategic thinker with strong operational expertise, ready to shape the future of the firm.

As General Manager, you'll oversee core business functions, drive performance, and foster a culture of excellence. You'll play a key role in strengthening how we work together—ensuring divisional leaders are well-supported and accountable, while enabling our Partners to focus on strategy, growth, and deepening client relationships.

Reporting directly to the Group Managing Partner, key responsibilities will include:

Provide decisive, informed leadership that balances strategic vision with hands-on execution.

Champion continuous improvement across people, processes, and systems—driving innovation while maintaining compliance and service excellence.

Lead financial performance through effective budgeting, cost control, and revenue optimisation.

Oversee and develop cross-functional teams including the Partnership, Divisional Heads, and Business Support teams in Finance, People & Culture, Marketing and IT.

Oversee day-to-day business operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency and alignment across all divisions.

What we are looking for

Tertiary qualification in Business, Management, Finance or related field — or equivalent commercial and operational experience in a fee-for-service firm.

Proven leadership and people management capabilities, with a track record of building high performing, engaged teams.

Operational leadership experience, with the ability to align financial goals to the broader business strategy.

Confident financial leadership, including experience managing performance to budget.

A proactive mindset, with strong problem-solving skills and high accountability in complex, fast-paced environments.

Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build trust across all levels.

Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and quality in all aspects of work.

Comfortable leading in a digitally-enabled environment, leveraging data, systems, and tools to drive performance and streamline operations.

Experience in a professional services or accounting/finance sector highly desirable.

How to apply

If you're ready to elevate your career and make a real impact, click on the "apply" button below.

BG Private…For Today, Tomorrow & Beyond.

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• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a general manager?
• Do you have experience in a role which requires relationship management experience?
• How many years of people management experience do you have?
• How many years of accounting experience do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?
• What's your expected annual base salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

BG Private is an AFR Top 100 Accounting Firm nationally, making us one of Melbourne's leading practices. We are a full-service firm with 100+ staff and 7000+ clients. We have the following service lines:

• Accounting & Business Advisory
• Audit & Assurance
• SMSF Management
• Private Equity
• Property Advisory

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