Location: Auckland - Auckland CBD
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Reference: SC12883
Overview
This highly sought-after medium-sized firm is seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Business Advisory Manager. This is a rare opportunity to join a respected smaller mid‑tier CA firm with a clear pathway to Associate Director in the medium term, and Director in the longer term.
With three Directors approaching succession‑planning horizons over the next 6–7 years, the firm is proactively identifying its next generation of leaders. If you are a strong BAS Manager who wants to grow into senior leadership, and ultimately ownership, this is a rare opportunity in the current market.
About the firm
Our client is a well‑established, relationship‑driven CA practice known for its technical depth, supportive culture, and long‑standing client partnerships. The firm offers the best of both worlds: the scale and capability of a mid‑tier practice, with the warmth, autonomy, and flexibility of a boutique environment.
You’ll join a collaborative leadership team that values initiative, commercial thinking, and genuine client care.
The opportunity
As a Business Advisory Manager, you will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of clients across SMEs, property groups, investment structures, professional services, and high‑growth businesses. You will lead engagements, manage workflow, review complex compliance, and deliver high‑value advisory work.
This role is ideal for someone who is ready to step beyond “business as usual” compliance and contribute more strategically to clients and the firm.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing and reviewing year‑end financial statements, tax returns, and complex group structures
- Leading client relationships and delivering proactive commercial advice
- Supporting clients with forecasting, budgeting, cashflow analysis, and management reporting
- Overseeing IRD matters, audit responses, and technical queries
- Supervising, coaching, and developing junior and intermediate staff
- Managing workflow, reviewing workpapers, and ensuring quality control
- Contributing to firm‑wide initiatives, process improvement, and advisory development
What we are looking for
We are seeking a confident, polished, and client‑focused BAS Manager who brings:
- CA or CPA qualification
- 7–10+ years BAS experience in a reputable CA environment
- Strong technical grounding across compliance, tax, and group structures
- Proven ability to manage client relationships and communicate insights clearly
- Experience supervising and developing staff
- Commercial acumen and an interest in advisory, not just compliance
- Ambition to progress to Associate Director in the medium term and Director in the longer term
Benefits
- $135k–$145k + KS
- Clear pathway to Associate Director (medium term)
- Directorship (longer term)
- Strong succession planning environment
- Broad, technically stimualting client base
- Supportive leadership team
- Genuine autonomy and influence
- Central Auckland CBD location
This is an attractive opportunity for a BAS Manager who wants to build a long‑term future in a firm that values its people and invests in their growth.
How to apply
If you’re a BAS Manager looking for a role with real progression and long‑term leadership potential, we’d love to speak with you. Please contact Steve Ignatov in the first instance on 021 286 1114 / steve@scirecruitment.co.nz quoting reference number sc12883. Alternatively, you can submit your application online via the APPLY NOW button on this page.
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