Job Description
Auckland CBD
- Strategic business advisory, tax, and audit focus.
- Established SME client portfolio with direct partner access.
- $180K-$200K + car park + flexible working.
Influence client success while building your long-term leadership career
Are you an experienced Chartered Accountant looking to take the next step in your public practice career? This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected Auckland-based CA firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering exceptional advisory, tax, and business services solutions to a diverse SME client base.
Working closely with an established partnership team, you will join as an Associate Director and play a key role in managing client relationships, providing technical expertise, and contributing to the ongoing success of the practice.
About the Firm
This well-established Chartered Accounting practice has built an outstanding reputation over several decades and is known for its collaborative culture, high-quality client service, and strong team environment.
With approximately 30 professionals based in Auckland's CBD, the firm has a significant SME client portfolio and prides itself on fostering long-term relationships with both clients and staff.
The Opportunity
As an Associate Director, you will manage a portfolio of clients while providing strategic business, tax, and audit advisory services.
This is a senior leadership role suited to someone who enjoys working closely with business owners and acting as a trusted advisor.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing and growing an existing portfolio of SME clients
- Providing high-quality audit, business advisory, and tax consulting service
- Reviewing financial statements, tax returns, and compliance work
- Advising clients on business performance, growth strategies, and tax matters
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Working alongside the partners on complex client engagements
- Mentoring and supporting team members where required
- Ensuring technical excellence and delivery of exceptional client outcomes
About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally possess:
- Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification
- Extensive experience within Business Services and Tax in New Zealand
- Strong technical accounting and taxation expertise
- Experience working in a mid-tier, large practice, or Big Four environment
- Exposure to SME and privately owned business clients within New Zealand
- Some audit experience would be advantageous
- Excellent relationship management and communication skills
- The ability to operate as a trusted advisor to clients
- Leadership capability and commercial acumen
This role would particularly suit someone already operating at Senior Manager, Director, or Associate Director level who is seeking a genuine long-term career opportunity.
What's on Offer?
- Salary package of $180,000 - $200,000
- Car parking provided
- Flexible working arrangements
- Established and loyal client base
- High-quality advisory-focused work
- Strong, collaborative culture
- Flat organisational structure with direct access to partners
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a respected firm
Culture Matters
The firm places significant importance on culture, collaboration, and team fit. They are seeking a professional who values strong relationships, enjoys working as part of a close knit team, and is committed to delivering exceptional client service.
Apply Now
This search is being managed on a confidential basis. If you are an experienced CA professional with a strong Business Services and Tax background and are interested in exploring a senior leadership opportunity, we would welcome a confidential discussion.
For further information or a confidential conversation, please contact Adrienne Gordon at Beyond Recruitment adrienne.gordon@beyond.co.nz OR Apply online
Role Id: 133461
