Position Description Float Accounting Position Title Location Melbourne, Victoria (Hybrid/Flexible Working Available) Reports To Partner About Float Accounting Float Accounting & Advisory is a modern boutique firm that supports business owners to grow and succeed. We’re process-driven and tech-focused, but at our core, we’re all about people — building genuine relationships and delivering great outcomes for our clients. Our goal is simple: to become the go-to accounting firm for business owners by being proactive, easy to work with, and truly invested in our clients’ success, while building a supportive ecosystem that helps them grow and thrive. We pride ourselves on creating a friendly, supportive environment where the team enjoys coming to work, feels valued, and continues to grow. There’s a strong focus on collaboration, continuous improvement, and doing things the right way — for both our clients and our team. Position Summary The Senior Tax Accountant Manager is a senior advisory and compliance role responsible for overseeing the delivery of complex taxation and business advisory services to a high-value client portfolio. This position plays a key role in supporting the strategic direction of client engagements, maintaining technical excellence across the firm, and contributing to the continued growth and development of the practice. Working closely with the Partner, the role requires a commercially minded and highly experienced professional who can provide high-level taxation advice, manage sophisticated client matters, and act as a trusted advisor to business owners across a range of industries. The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and a proactive approach to client service, while contributing to operational improvements, best practice processes, and the ongoing evolution of the firm’s advisory offering. Key Responsibilities Tax & Compliance Oversee the preparation and review of complex financial statements and taxation compliance obligations across a diverse client portfolio. Provide high-level taxation advice to business owners, entities, and investment structures including companies, trusts, partnerships, individuals, and SMSFs. Lead complex tax planning engagements and identify strategic opportunities for clients relating to tax minimisation, business structuring, and long-term growth. Ensure compliance with all relevant taxation legislation, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. Manage complex ATO matters including reviews, audits, objections, and correspondence. Oversee payroll tax compliance obligations and provide advice relating to payroll tax requirements and risk management. Support the Partner with technical research, risk management, and complex client advisory matters. Maintain oversight of workflow management, lodgement deadlines, and quality control across client engagements. Advisory & Client Management Act as a trusted advisor to clients by delivering commercially focused taxation and business advisory solutions. Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with business owners and key stakeholders. Provide strategic advice relating to business growth, cash flow, profitability, business structures, succession planning, and operational performance. Present financial insights and recommendations in a clear, commercially practical, and client-focused manner. Support clients through business growth phases, operational challenges, and strategic decision-making. Collaborate with the Partner on advisory initiatives and opportunities to expand client service offerings. Leadership & Technical Oversight Provide technical oversight and review of complex taxation and advisory engagements across the firm. Maintain high professional, ethical, and compliance standards across all client work. Support the Partner with quality assurance, technical review processes, and risk management initiatives. Contribute to the strategic growth and development of the firm through process improvement and operational excellence. Assist in driving consistency, efficiency, and best-practice service delivery standards. Act as a senior technical resource within the firm for complex taxation and business advisory matters. Contribute to a collaborative and solutions-focused team environment. Process Improvement & Technology Identify opportunities to improve systems, workflows, and efficiencies. Support the implementation and optimisation of accounting technologies and automation tools. Maintain accurate and organised client records and documentation. Contribute to process documentation and best practice initiatives. Skills & Experience Bachelor degree in Accounting, Commerce, or related discipline. CA or CPA qualified. Minimum 7+ years experience within public practice accounting. Strong technical expertise across Australian taxation legislation, compliance, and advisory. Demonstrated experience managing complex client groups and high-value relationships. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to provide strategic business advice. Experience reviewing complex taxation and advisory engagements. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills. High level analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capability. Strong understanding of cloud accounting and practice management systems. Experience with advisory and virtual CFO services. Strong experience reviewing complex compliance and advisory engagements. Knowledge of business structuring, asset protection, and tax planning strategies. Experience with workflow management and practice management systems. Strategic and commercial thinking High-level taxation and advisory expertise Client relationship management Leadership and technical oversight Professional judgement and risk management Communication and stakeholder engagement Analytical and problem-solving capability Initiative, accountability, and ownership Continuous improvement and process optimisation Performance Expectations Success in this role will be measured by: Accuracy and quality of work delivered Timely completion of compliance obligations Client satisfaction and retention Contribution to team development and culture Ability to identify value‑add opportunities for clients Process improvement and efficiency contributions Why Join Float Accounting Flexible and supportive work environment Opportunity to work with a diverse and growing client base Career development and progression opportunities Exposure to advisory-focused accounting services Collaborative and modern workplace culture Ongoing professional development and training Technology-driven and innovative firm A workplace where your ideas, feedback, and input are genuinely valued Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and help shape the future of the firm Supportive leadership team that encourages initiative and positive change Friendly, family-like team culture where people enjoy working together and supporting each other An environment focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, and doing meaningful work Unlock job insights Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as an Accountant Manager? Have you completed a chartered accountant (CA) qualification? How many years of public practice accounting experience do you have? How many years' experience do you have in tax law? How many years' experience do you have in a client services / account management role? Which of the following accounting packages are you experienced with? Do you have experience using QuickBooks? #J-18808-Ljbffr