Manager - Business Services

Lead, Inspire, and Drive Success as a Manager in Business Services

At Bentleys Queensland, we don't just provide accounting services—we partner with businesses to create opportunities, drive growth, and ensure long-term success. As a Manager in Business Services, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the financial and strategic direction of our clients while mentoring and developing the next generation of professionals.

Our core values—Insightful, Authentic, Dynamic, and Connected—define our culture and approach. You'll be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence, where your expertise and leadership will be recognised and rewarded.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Lead with Impact: Guide and develop a team of talented accountants while managing a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Be a Trusted Advisor: Work closely with clients to deliver solutions that go beyond compliance, adding true strategic value.
• A Reputation for Excellence: Join a firm with a 75-year legacy of trust, quality, and client success.
• Career Growth & Development: We invest in your leadership potential with mentorship, structured learning, and professional development opportunities.

What You'll Be Doing
Client Management & Advisory

• Manage a portfolio of clients across various industries, delivering high-quality business advisory and tax services.
• Prepare and review financial statements and tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships, and superannuation funds.
• Advise clients on business operations, complex tax matters, regulatory requirements, restructures, estate planning, and succession planning.
• Provide value-added services, including financial modelling, asset sales and acquisitions, and strategic planning.
• Liaise with the ATO and other regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and best practice.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, mentor, and support junior and senior accountants, fostering their professional growth.
• Manage workflow and team performance, ensuring efficiency and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Directors and Partners to enhance client service delivery and business development initiatives.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and knowledge sharing within the team.

Is This You?

You are a strategic thinker and problem-solver who thrives in a leadership role. You're passionate about helping clients succeed and enjoy mentoring the next generation of accountants. You take ownership of your work, build strong client relationships, and have a results-driven mindset.

• CA/CPA qualified with a degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Law.
• 8+ years' experience in Business Services, with proven leadership or mentoring experience.
• Strong technical expertise in tax and compliance, coupled with business advisory experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, goal-oriented approach with excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software, including Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks.

Your Benefits at Bentleys

At Bentleys, we invest in our people. Here's how we support your success:

• Career Development: Access structured leadership training and ongoing professional development.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy additional annual leave, purchased leave options, and flexible working arrangements.
• Financial Perks: Salary packaging options to maximize your take-home pay.
• Health & Well-being:
  • 50% off Goodlife Gym memberships
  • Annual health screenings & flu vaccinations
  • Nutrition workshops
  • Fully funded sporting events like Corporate Games & Bridge to Brisbane
  • Free fruit and mental health support via our Employee Assistance Program
• A Thriving Social Culture: Be part of networking events, corporate volunteering, and social activities.
• A Modern Workplace: Work in an eco-friendly office with a 5.5-star NABERS rating, modern end-of-trip facilities, and a Dress for Your Day policy.

About us

Bentleys Queensland is a full-service advisory and accounting firm with 25 Partners/Directors and almost 200 staff operating across 3 offices. We have a history of over 75 years in providing professional and dependable support across business & strategic advisory, accounting, taxation, audit, international & investment advisory, risk & assurance, corporate recovery & insolvency, technology & innovation, self-managed superannuation, HR, finance & lending and wealth management.

Are You Ready to Lead and Make an Impact?

If you're looking for a role where you can mentor, inspire, and shape the future of business services, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Opportunities like this at Bentleys don't come up often. Click the Apply button to start your application.

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