• Business Services & Advisory
• Commercial Private Client Base
• Future Partner Opportunity

Step into leadership with a clear path to partnership.  

Our client, a well-regarded second-tier chartered accounting firm, has built its success on strong client relationships and innovative, technology-led advisory services. With a focus on helping commercial clients grow and thrive, the firm is known for delivering high-value insights alongside compliance services.

As part of long-term succession planning, the firm is now seeking a Senior Manager ready to step into a future Director-Level role. This is a rare opportunity to join as an Associate and transition into a leadership position, including equity partnership.

About the Opportunity

• Join a high-performing team and work directly with a retiring Director as part of a structured handover
• Build relationships with a diverse portfolio of private commercial clients
• Lead and mentor a capable team delivering both compliance and advisory services
• Shape your future with a clear, supported pathway to partnership

About You

You are a CA qualified Accountant with significant experience in business advisory services, ideally at Senior Manager Level or equivalent. You're ready to take the next big step in your career — but perhaps you're in a firm where growth opportunities are limited.

You’ll bring:

• Proven leadership skills and the ability to manage, develop and inspire a team
• A strong technical grounding in compliance and advisory services
• Confidence in managing client relationships and delivering strategic insights
• A desire to build equity and long-term commitment to the firm’s success
• A commercial mind-set with the interpersonal skills to expand networks and attract new business

What’s on Offer

• Genuine pathway to Director level and equity partnership
• An established, loyal client base with growth potential
• A collaborative, forward-thinking team environment
• Competitive salary range of $160 - $190K, plus long-term equity opportunities
• A leadership role in a highly respected Christchurch-based firm