Tax & Accounting Senior Manager – Public Practice

About the role

Sleek is seeking a Senior Manager to own and manage a portfolio of Pro‑tier SME clients, supported by a team of accountants in Sydney and Melbourne. You will lead compliance, provide advisory services and ensure high‑quality bookkeeping.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team of five accountants across Sydney and Melbourne.
• Own end‑to‑end compliance for SME clients, including activity statements and tax returns.
• Provide guidance and quality control to the bookkeeping centre of excellence and AI product team.
• Act as a trusted advisor on accounting and tax planning and problem‑solving.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Registered Tax Agent for at least 2 years (mandatory).
• Minimum 5 years practising tax accountant experience with SME portfolios.
• At least 3 years managing a team of bookkeepers and tax accountants.
• Strong client service and communication skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Xero Practice Manager.
• Experience using Dext and A2X.

What we offer

• Hybrid work model – 2 days remote per week and up to 1 month fully remote annually.
• Competitive market salary and generous paid time off.
• $1,200 per annum flexi‑benefits scheme for home office or health expenses.
• Eligibility for employee share ownership plan.
• Opportunities for personal growth, extensive training and exposure to AI initiatives.
• Inclusive, diverse culture with a focus on humility and kindness.