" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSenior Tax Manager\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"22946\"\u003e Accounting \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"22947\"\u003e Accountant - Chartered / CPA \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"22948\"\u003e Perth \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"22974\"\u003e Australia \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"22949\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 21/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e3 Directors, over 20 staff, based in iconic West Perth building\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent client base nurtured over 30+ years\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEquity opportunity in the short-medium term for right person\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSenior Tax Manager | West Perth\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eWe are working with a boutique, established accounting and advisory practice in West Perth, who are looking for an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join their team.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e This is a senior, client-facing role suited to someone with around 5-7+ years of Australian public practice experience who enjoys a mix of review, tax planning and client work. You will look after a portfolio of business and private clients, work closely with the directors on more complex matters, and help support and develop the accountants.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e If you are currently a Tax Manager or Senior Manager and would like to work more closely with your clients and the directors, this opportunity is ideal for you.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout us\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003eThe company acts for privately owned businesses, business owners, professionals, investors and family groups. Many of the clients have been with them for a long time, and they place a lot of value on those relationships and on giving practical, commercial advice.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Their work covers business and individual tax compliance, tax planning and advisory, business structuring, SMSFs and corporate compliance. Much of it involves trusts and companies, Division 7A, CGT and the small business concessions, along with business acquisitions and sales from time to time.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e As a smaller practice, they work as one team. Senior staff work alongside the directors and have visibility across the whole practice.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will be responsible for a portfolio of established business and private clients, overseeing the delivery of work from planning through to completion. Review of financial statements and tax returns remains a core part of the role alongside tax planning and advice on structuring and other complex matters.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e You will be a key point of contact for your clients and will work closely with the directors. The role also involves supervising and mentoring accountants, managing workflow across your portfolio, and contributing to how the firm refines their systems and processes.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging a portfolio of business and private clients\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOverseeing workflow and deadlines across your portfolio\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReviewing financial statements and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProviding tax planning advice, including year-end planning for business owners\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking with the directors on structuring, restructuring and other complex tax matters\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparing written tax advice\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReviewing work prepared by accountants and senior accountants, and giving constructive feedback\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMentoring and supporting junior team members\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentifying where clients would benefit from further tax or business advice\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContributing to improvements in systems, processes and workflow\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAround 7-10 years of Australian public practice experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCA or CPA qualified\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSound knowledge of Australian taxation across companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSolid experience reviewing financial statements and income tax returns\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience managing a portfolio of business clients\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience providing tax planning and structuring advice\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience reviewing and mentoring accountants\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear written and verbal communication, and confidence dealing directly with business owners\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWell organised, with strong attention to detail\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA practical, commercial approach to client work\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e You may currently be a Tax Manager, Business Services Manager or Senior Manager ready to take the next step. We are welcoming applicants from boutique, mid-tier and larger firms.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat is on offer\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eClose working relationships with the directors and the wider team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA quality portfolio of established, long-standing clients\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRegular client contact and broad exposure across compliance, tax advisory and business advisory work\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInvolvement in more complex tax and structuring matters\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe chance to contribute ideas on systems and processes, and see them put into practice\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA supportive, smaller-team environment and a competitive salary package\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCareer progression as the practice develops, including the potential over time to move into a broader leadership role\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e If this opportunity is jumping off the page as one that you are looking for as part of your next career journey, reach out on 0447346883 for a confidential chat with Ross Stephens or apply within. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4480144\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "