Retinue Accounting was founded on the belief that small business accounting support should be customer service focused, proactive and forward-looking, and upfront about fees and charges. Our fixed fee subscription model ensures our clients have peace of mind that we’ll give them the right advice, at the right time, at the right price with no hidden additional costs. 
We're more than a business – we're a team driven by our values and actions. Adaptability, commitment, and humility fuel our client-centered approach. We honour our promises, promote transparency, and move swiftly with purpose. We embrace new challenges, and proactively raise issues with a solutions mindset, knowing it takes a team effort to build a successful business.

Due to the rapid growth and success of our business, we're expanding our Tax services team in Sydney. Reporting to the Business Services Manager, you will supervise and mentor Junior and Business Services Accountants both in Sydney and offshore, to support a portfolio of small business customers, ensuring they have set their finances up for success.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, allocate and review accounting work completed by junior members, all while fostering a supportive working environment
• Supervise and mentor a team of tax accountants, providing guidance, support, and training as needed
• Assist in tax compliance for individual and business clients, including reviewing tax returns, resolving any discrepancies, and optimising tax strategies
• Act as a primary point of contact for the Tax division, addressing inquiries, providing tax advice, and promoting strong client relationships
• Collaborate with senior management to assist in the development of tax planning strategies, identify opportunities for process improvement, and implement best practices
• Conduct regular quality checks on tax filings to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulations and company standards
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations, conduct research on tax-related issues, and provide recommendations based on findings

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA / CA certification preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tax accounting, with demonstrated expertise in individual and corporate tax
• Strong knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Proven experience in supervising and leading a team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex tax concepts in a clear and concise manner
• Proficiency in Xero (including Xero Tax) and Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• $115-$125k + super depending on experience
• Flexible working options available, ability to work from home following probation
• Financial support with any formal studies and industry licenses and registrations
• Great North Sydney location close to public transport, with beautiful serviced offices and world-class amenities
• Regular in-office and off-site social gatherings, and ongoing engagement activities to support professional development and team building.
• Employee referral programs, help us grow our business and be rewarded!
• Exceptional professional growth. We are growing quickly and are continually creating new opportunities across the business. This includes management and leadership opportunities, new roles to fit the needs of the business, lateral opportunities etc

Our Commitment

At Retinue, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are crucial to our success. We recognize that diversity goes beyond race and ethnicity, and includes differences in gender, orientation, age, religion, ability, and more. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels comfortable being themselves and can fully contribute their talents and skills. We are dedicated to building a workplace that values and respects individuals from all backgrounds and experiences. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, ability, or other differences.

Apply now to join our team and contribute to the success of Australian small business!

What you will be doing:

• Assisting the Executive Chef in overseeing the operations undertaken by the kitchen stewards to deliver an organised, clean and efficient kitchen which is maintained at all times.
• Performing and overseeing the stewarding program to execute cleaning duties within the kitchen, fridges, food preparation and BOH areas.
• Overseeing the stewarding team in washing procedures and proper food handling procedures.

We are seeking passionate and driven individuals to take on the role of Restaurant or Café Manager. 

We are hiring for multiple positions across locations in Australia outside of Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

As our next Restaurant or Café Manager, you will:

• Ensure Team Members  greet guests and escorts them to tables 
• Schedules dining reservations
• Trains and monitors Food and Beverage Attendants and ensures service standards are met
• Ensures accurate recording and verification of Team Member time records
• Manages all Team Members  in all aspects of the daily operation of the outlet, providing the necessary assistance where required
• Ensures that approved service sequences and standards are established and maintained at all times
• Ensures that all opening and closing procedures are carried out to an acceptable standard and supervises outlet
• Maintains efficient operating procedures for the outlet’s point of sale cashiering computer system, ensuring accuracy and balancing of till and the department cash float
• Maintains a high level of cleanliness and care of all equipment and materials; and ensure security of outlet
• Promptly reports any maintenance work required to the Manager and or maintenance department
• Maintains all outlet stock levels
• Conducts daily briefings
• Completes the Restaurant daily log book
• Develops training plans and conducts on and off the job training sessions for all outlet Team Members 
• Attends all scheduled food and beverage and other relevant meetings when required
• Monitors outlets manpower, payroll budget, control costs and maximise profitability
• Take extreme care with personal grooming in order to maintain a consistently high level of professional appearance and monitors service personnel’s appearance and grooming
• Punctual, efficient, and courteous at all times with guests and fellow Team Members  alike
• Is aware of own work schedule and always provides adequate notice when circumstance prevent one from adhering to that schedule
• Handles all guest complaints immediately, courteously and satisfactorily
• Ensures all guests are greeted & escorted to their allocated tables when possible
• Assists with conducting performance appraisals of subordinates as instructed
• Other duties as may be prescribed from time to time due to operational needs

Join Guzman y Gomez as a Restaurant Manager!

As a Restaurant Manager at Guzman y Gomez, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the guest experience and leading our team to success. You'll take ownership of the general running of the restaurant, ensuring that every aspect of the operation runs smoothly and efficiently. Your responsibilities will include:

• Elevating the guest experience from excellent to remarkable, ensuring that every customer leaves with a smile and a memorable dining experience
• Developing and coaching our team members, fostering a positive and supportive work environment that encourages growth and development
• Managing inventory and the financial aspect of the restaurant, ensuring profitability and adherence to budget guidelines
• Overseeing overall quality, adherence to procedures, and compliance with food safety standards

What We're Looking For:

We value experience in all its forms, and we're seeking a Restaurant Manager who possesses the following qualities:

• Proven experience leading a team within a busy, high-volume hospitality environment
• A demonstrated track record of delivering exceptional customer service, going above and beyond to exceed customer expectations
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly articulate ideas and foster collaboration
• A results-oriented approach with prior experience achieving KPIs and driving profitability
• A passion for Mexican cuisine and a commitment to providing our guests with the freshest, tastiest food possible

What We Offer:

At Guzman y Gomez, we believe in rewarding our people for their hard work and dedication. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Career growth opportunities, both within Australia and internationally
• Annual Restaurant Managers Summit, providing valuable networking and development opportunities
• The opportunity to become a Guzman y Gomez franchisee, shaping the future of our brand
• Free uniform

Join the Team:

If you're a passionate and experienced hospitality leader seeking a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply for the Restaurant Manager position at Guzman y Gomez. We're committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where our people can thrive and grow.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now to start the conversation.

Our Pact Packaging division is pioneering a whole of product life cycle approach to sustainable packaging. Partnering with global brands to local dairy producers, we integrate supply chain efficiencies and sustainable practices into everything we design and manufacture.

About the role 

Working with a great team at our new Altona North plastic manufacturing site, The Toolmaking Supervisor will be responsible for maintaining the fleet of tools / moulds and the preparation and manufacture of new tooling.  This is achieved through managing the maintenance program, engagement with various tool suppliers as well as repairing of the tools / moulds and ensuring stocks of consumable spares.

Supervising a small team, you will:

• Lead a team and contractors with regular participation in hazard identification and WHSE campaigns that actively drive a culture of behavioural safety
• Ensure that a system is in place to determine the maintenance requirements and frequency of the tools and moulds
• Co-ordinate all tool contractor support, services and maintenance activity inclusive of cost and quote establishment for new tools, induction completion, JSEA completion and other risk assessments.
• Lead discussion and implementation on tool engineering design improvements and process improvement

Working closely with the Plant Manager, Production Manager and Engineering Manager as well as external customers, you will thrive in this supervisory opportunity and have an opportunity to step up your mechanical experience. You might not have pneumatic and hydraulic systems experience but if you have familiarity with blow moulding tools and their design requirements and are hands on when it comes to machine maintenance then this is the role for you!

Experience gained in an FMCG tool shop, welding skills and knowledge of quality control/ trouble shooting when it comes to tooling would be advantageous.

Demonstrated hand skill when repairing tools and well as a mechanical trade qualification will see you shine in this newly created role.