Location: Auckland - Central/City fringe
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Reference: SC12925
This is a true senior leadership role for an experienced BAS Senior Manager (or a strong Mnaager wanting to step up) who thrives in a high‑touch advisory environment and looking for a clearer career progression plan.
The Opportunity
In this newly created role, you’ll take ownership of a significant client portfolio (in excess of $1m and growing) that is shifting further into consulting, forecasting, business planning, and commercial problem‑solving. With 70% of your time focused on advisory and 30% on team management, high‑end compliance and financial reporting, this role is designed for someone who wants to operate at a strategic level.
You will work closely with Directors, with a clear pathway to expand your leadership footprint as the firm continues its growth trajectory, including its move toward $10m revenue by the end of this financial year.
Why you should consider this role
- High‑touch advisory with SMEs and mid‑market clients
- Direct access to Directors and influence on client strategy
- Shape and grow the team as the advisory division expands
- Car park included + flexible start times
- Modern, people‑focused culture with strong investment in training, leadership development, and well‑being
- Offshore compliance team enabling you to focus on value‑add work
- Exposure to M&A, valuations, capital raising, and commercial projects
The firm’s client base includes fast‑growth businesses, multi‑million‑dollar groups, and long‑standing relationships built on trust and proactive guidance.
Your focus in this role
- Oversight of a substantial portfolio, with room to grow
- Review of high‑level compliance work completed by offshore and local teams
- Delivery of advisory services: forecasting, budgeting, cashflow, business planning, analysis
- Coaching, mentoring, and developing a capable team
- Strengthening client relationships through proactive, strategic engagement
- Contributing to leadership discussions and firm‑wide improvement initiatives
About the successful candidate
- Strong client‑facing advisory capability
- Proven leadership and review experience
- Commercial judgement and confidence in front of clients
- Ability to mentor, guide, and elevate a team
- CA/CPA qualified (preferred)
- A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset
About our client
This is a firm where people thrive, supported by structured training, leadership pathways, wellness initiatives, social events, and a culture built on collaboration and continuous improvement. Client satisfaction is exceptional, and the firm is widely regarded for its innovation, reliability, and forward‑thinking leadership. In a nutshell, the firm is one of the success stories in the SME segment of the last 25 years.
Salary: $170,000 - $200,000 per year, depending on experience.
Apply now
If you are a seasoned Senior BAS Manager or a high-end Manager ready to step up, this role may be just what you need at this stage of your career in CA.
Steve 021 286 1114 / steve@scirecruitment.co.nz
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Reference number: sc12925
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