Fully Remote Accountant / Assistant Client Manager

About Us:

Since 2004, Sky Accountants has helped Australian businesses and individuals build and protect their wealth. We're an award-winning firm — named among the world's Top 57 firms of Inspiring Accountants, with multiple Australian Accounting Awards finalist wins for Boutique Firm of the Year, Network of the Year, and Regional/Suburban Firm of the Year.

With offices in Ballarat, Sunbury, Kilmore, and Bacchus Marsh, we deliver tax, accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, financial planning, and mortgage broking to clients across hospitality, healthcare, construction, and beyond.

We're not a paperwork factory. We're technical experts who use cloud technology to move fast, and relationship-builders who genuinely care about client outcomes. Big client or small, everyone gets the same standard of service.

Visit our website to learn more: https://skyaccountants.com.au/

Why Join Us:

• Competitive salary range between $100,000 to $130,000 + Super & Bonus Structure.
• Working Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm + Work-life balance with flexible scheduling options.
• Permanent work from home set-up, with occasional visits to the Bacchus Marsh office to visit the team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Access to ongoing training and development programs.
• Reposting to the Bacchus Marsh office Director, Vik Sharma.

Position Summary: The Assistant Client Manager will support the Senior Client Manager in managing client relationships, overseeing project delivery, and ensuring client satisfaction. This role involves a blend of client interaction, project management, and accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple clients and projects effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Senior Client Manager in managing and nurturing client relationships, addressing client inquiries, and providing timely and accurate information.
• Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of client projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within scope.
• Assist in preparing financial statements, reports, and analyses for clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Help maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, including financial data, correspondence, and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and stay updated on changes in accounting standards and practices.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery and client satisfaction.
• Assist in the onboarding process for new clients, including gathering necessary documentation and setting up client accounts.

Skills:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Australian accounting / client-facing role in a public practice or accounting firm.
• Proficiency in accounting software Xero.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong customer service orientation.

If you are a dedicated and client-focused professional looking to advance your career in a public practice firm, we encourage you to apply.