Financial Reporting Advisory Manager

Build your career at HLB Mann Judd
We’re on a serious growth run, and it’s an exciting time to join us. Ranked Top 15 in the Australian Financial Review and as part of the HLB International network the 9th largest network in the world, we’re seeing strong client demand and real momentum across the business. With a clear growth strategy in place, we’re expanding our team to build the capability and capacity needed for the next phase of our journey.

We’re more than accountants. We’re trusted advisers, problem‑solvers and long‑term partners to our clients, bringing deep technical expertise, commercial insight and a genuine commitment to helping people and businesses succeed.
With more than 50 years’ experience, we support private and family businesses, large corporates, not for profits and individuals through every stage of their journey. Our clients stay with us because we care about their success as much as they do.

We’re also proud to be recognised as Winner – Best Accounting & Consulting Services Firm (revenue $100-$300 million) at the 2026 Client Choice Awards.

The opportunity
We’re looking for a Financial Reporting & Advisory Manager to join our Corporate Financial Reporting & Advisory practice at our Sydney Barangaroo office. With over 250 people across our firm, HLB offers genuine career progression, exposure to diverse work, and the opportunity to make a real impact.

You’ll work at the centre of some of our client’s most important accounting and reporting challenges. What makes this role unique is the breadth of exposure. You’ll work alongside senior management teams across ASX-listed, private, public sector and not-for-profit organisations, helping them navigate complex accounting, reporting and finance challenges. The diversity of clients and engagements provides continuous learning opportunities and the chance to build expertise across a broad range of industries and business environments.
We’re intentionally building a team where people can broaden their skills, take ownership of client relationships and accelerate their careers.

With continued growth and an expanding range of advisory services, this role is ideal for an experienced Manager who enjoys leading complex client engagements within a collaborative, high performing team.

This position is being offered as a 12-month parental leave contract, with the potential to become a permanent role subject to business needs and performance
As a Financial Reporting & Advisory Manager, you will:

• Join a growing Corporate Financial Reporting & Advisory practice delivering technical accounting, financial reporting and finance function support services across a diverse client base
• Lead complex accounting advisory engagements from planning through to delivery
• Analyse technical accounting issues and develop practical solutions that balance reporting, compliance and commercial objectives
• Prepare and review high-quality client reports, technical accounting papers and client presentations
• Embrace technology and innovation to enhance service delivery
• Manage engagement economics, including budgets, resourcing and client relationship
• Lead, coach and develop team members while managing priorities across multiple engagements

About you
You’re someone who enjoys working in a collaborative, professional environment and takes pride in delivering quality outcomes. You’ll bring:

• Minimum 6+ years’ experience in accounting advisory, complex audit or a related professional services environment
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, AASB and financial reporting requirements
• Experience with complex group structures, consolidations and treasury activities
• Demonstrated experience managing complex client engagements
• CA or CPA qualified
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills
• Experience leading teams, coaching staff and managing competing priorities
• The ability to navigate change and contribute to a growing advisory practice
• Experience with Xero preferred, including advising clients on best practice adoption and reporting solutions.

Why join us
We invest in our people because when you grow, so do we. At HLB Mann Judd, you’ll enjoy flexible working, strong CA/CPA support, great leave benefits and a modern Barangaroo office. We place a strong focus on wellbeing, offer EAP access, and foster an inclusive, collaborative culture with regular social, sporting and CSR initiatives so you can grow your career while enjoying where you work.
 
Ready to take the next step?
If you’re looking to build your career with a firm that values people, supports development and offers real opportunity, we’d love to hear from you apply now.

Please note: a National Police Check is required as part of our reference checking

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