Manager | Tax and Business Advisory – Country WA (EOI) – Expression of Interest

EOI for tax & Public Practice professionals ready to build a long-term career and country/ farming lifestyle in Narrogin or beautiful beachy Esperance regional WA.

Are you an experienced Manager or Senior Accountant ready to step up Seeking more autonomy meaningful client relationships or a genuine career pathway

At Byfields Business Advisers were inviting Expressions of Interest from professionals with strong Australian tax and public practice experience who are ready to build their long-term career in one of WAs thriving regional communities: Esperance or Narrogin.

Applications are reviewed as theyre received apply now to avoid missing out!

This isnt just a job; its an opportunity to enjoy a real country lifestyle while building a longterm career with clear leadership pathways in one of WAs leading tax advisory firms.

Why Regional WA

Life in Esperance

If coastal living is calling Esperance delivers one of Australias most stunning backdrops:

• World-famous white sand beaches and turquoise waters
• Diverse client base across multiple industries
• Laid-back lifestyle with strong local amenities and schools
• Outdoor lifestyle: surfing fishing hiking and more
• A vibrant growing regional community

This is your chance to combine career progression with an unbeatable coastal lifestyle.

Life in Narrogin

Just a short 2-hour drive from Perth Narrogin offers a relaxed community-focused lifestyle with real career impact:

• Strong agribusiness hub work closely with broadacre farming clients
• Affordable housing and short commutes (no traffic!)
• Vibrant local cafes sporting club and community events
• Access to nature reserves walking trails and open space
• Tight-knit welcoming community and team where your work truly matters

Perfect for someone who enjoys building long-term client relationships and being embedded in a regional business network.

Why Join Byfields

Were WAs largest CPA-based regional accounting firm offering the perfect balance of big-firm capability and a small-team culture.

Youll step into a key client-facing leadership role working closely with Directors mentoring staff and shaping client outcomes across diverse portfolios.

At Byfields our values of Honesty Integrity Respect and Accountability guide everything we do.

With over 100 team members across WA we offer:

• A collaborative people-first culture
• Strong regional client base across agribusiness and SMEs
• Modern systems innovation team and a forward-thinking approach
• A workplace where your contribution is genuinely valued

Our benefits include:

• 5 weeks annual leave for genuine work-life balance
• Flexible work options including up to 2 days WFH
• Clear career growth and pathway to senior leadership
• Supportive team structure to handle busy periods with ease
• Balanced workflows designed for busy tax season
• Paid CA/CPA fees structured mentoring
• Down-to-earth team culture
• Competitive salary package if relocation is required this will be negotiated for the right candidate.
• 9-day fortnight available (role dependent & right candidate)
• Ongoing technical training and professional development
• Novated leasing

About the Role

As a Manager youll take ownership of a client portfolio while supporting and developing your team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and reviewing financial statements and tax returns (companies trusts partnerships individuals)
• Assist and engage in special projects where your innovative thinking and initiative will shine (succession planning tax planning etc.)
• Providing tax compliance and advisory services
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Working closely with Directors on client strategy and growth
• Overseeing workflow deadlines and team performance
• Mentoring and developing junior accountants
• Liaise with clients and the ATO on compliance and advisory matters
• Manage GST reconciliations and BAS lodgements

About You

Were specifically seeking professionals with strong Australian public practice experience who can confidently step into a leadership role.

You will bring:

• Proven experience in Australian tax and business advisory (essential)
• Minimum 45 years in public practice / accounting firm environment
• CA/CPA/CTA qualified or in progress
• Strong technical skills across tax compliance and financial reporting
• Confident client-facing and communication skills
• Leadership capability or readiness to step into a manager role
• A willingness to relocate or be based in regional WA (Esperance Narrogin/Wagin)
• Experience or interest in agribusiness is highly regarded (particularly for Narrogin/Wagin)

Career Progression

This role is designed with the future in mind:

• Step into a Manager role with real autonomy
• Gain exposure to complex high-value clients
• Develop leadership capability with structured mentoring
• Clear leadership pathways to advance based on your goals and performance

Apply Now

If youre seeking a longterm career move that combines professional growth with the advantages of regional WA living wed welcome your interest.

Submit your Expression of Interest with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining:

• Your public practice experience
• Your exposure to Australian taxation
• Your preferred location (Esperance or Narrogin/Wagin area)
• Your ideal start date

We review applications as they come in so dont wait apply TODAY!

Strong candidates who are genuinely interested in the opportunity are invited to arrange a confidential discussion by emailing us at

We offer a range of financial and nonfinancial benefits with flexibility for the right longterm welcome applications from candidates who may not meet every criterion but demonstrate capability commitment leadership and long-term future potential.

Learn more about Byfields:

• We are expecting a strong response for our advertisement thereforewe are not accepting agency referralsfor this role.

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