Job Description

EOI for tax & Public Practice professionals ready to build a long-term career and country/ farming lifestyle in Narrogin (Wagin) 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, we’re 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 WA’s thriving regional communities: Narrogin (Wagin) or Esperance.

Applications are reviewed as they’re received, apply now to avoid missing out!

This isn’t just a job; it’s an opportunity to enjoy a real country lifestyle while building a long‑term career with clear leadership pathways in one of WA’s leading tax advisory firms.

Why Regional WA?

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.

Life in Esperance

If coastal living is calling, Esperance delivers one of Australia’s 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.

Why Join Byfields?

We’re WA’s largest CPA-based regional accounting firm, offering the perfect balance of big-firm capability and a small-team culture.

You’ll 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, you’ll 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

We’re 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 4–5+ 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 (Narrogin/Wagin/Esperance)
• 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 you’re seeking a long‑term career move that combines professional growth with the advantages of regional WA living, we’d 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 (Narrogin/Wagin/Esperance area)
• Your ideal start date

We review applications as they come in, so don’t wait, apply TODAY!

Strong candidates who are genuinely interested in the opportunity are invited to arrange a confidential discussion by emailing us at careers@byfields.com.au

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

Learn more about Byfields:

• https://www.byfields.com.au
• https://www.linkedin.com/company/2279715

Note: We are expecting a strong response for our advertisement, therefore we are not accepting agency referrals for this role.

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