Executive Search
Professional Recruitment

It's more than just a job hire

A different level of partnership

At Lawson Delaney, we focus on what we know best: people and performance in leadership and finance.

Our dedicated teams specialise in three core areas:

CEO recruitment for private and family-owned businesses
CFO and senior finance recruitment across a range of industries
Accounting recruitment for both commercial roles and public practice firms, from graduate programs to partner level
Accounting Business Support and Commerce roles in the accounting sector

What unites us is a shared commitment to quality, care, and long-term success for every person and business we work with.

Explore our specialisations below to learn more.

Areas we provide executive search and recruitment services within

Client Services & Business Support

Remuneration Benchmarking & Expert Witness

Our values

Quality

We deliver every engagement with precision, insight, and an unwavering commitment to doing things properly.

Performance

We are driven by results. Consistently exceeding expectations through focus, discipline, and expert execution.

Education

We empower our clients and candidates through informed guidance that sharpens decision-making and fosters long-term growth.

Team

We collaborate with integrity and mutual respect, knowing the best outcomes are always achieved together.

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Senior Bookkeeper

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Public Practice Accounting experience ESSENTIAL
Senior Book-keeper to manage portfolio of clients
Minimum 2 years Industry experience to be successful

Award winning Professional services practice are seeking the services of a Senior Book keeper

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Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Successful mid-sized Growing Accounting firm
$75K-$85K+ Super
Flexible WFH options

Award winning Accounting Firm are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to support the internal Accountants

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Business Services Accounting Director

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Join as a Director of a growing division that is already doing amazing things.
New age professional services firm that is as progressive as they come.
Large, fun office in the CBD.

Fast-changing clients & firm that will challenge & excite you.Use your technical knowledge & emotional intelligence to help yourself and the firm grow

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Business Services Manager

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Choose your own working hours each day at this progressive accounting firm.
Get involved in strategy for how to grow, improve and manage this big firm.
Richmond/Kew/Hawthorn area with parking.

Be the right-hand person of the impressive Partners.Contribute to strategy, growth, hiring, training. Manage your own team and large client portfolio.

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Business Services Senior Accountant

Geelong VIC 3220, Greater Geelong VIC

Full time

One of the largest accounting firms in the Geelong region are growing again.
Directly meet with clients, full-time or part-time.
You can work in a great firm close to home with flexibility and free parking.

One of the biggest firms in Geelong region. Manage big client relationships. Fast-growing, modern, progressive firm. Impressive office and offering.

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SMSF Auditor

Eastern Suburbs Melbourne VIC, Melbourne VIC

Full time

Growing, established and highly-respected national SMSF Audit firm.
Located next to Chadstone, with a national presence.
Work with industry leaders. Become an expert in a nice environment.

Work from home 2 days p/week. Established yet growing SMSF firm. Some of the market's best SMSF Auditors work here. Very supportive, nice leadership.

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Administration Support

Eastern Suburbs Melbourne VIC, Melbourne VIC

Full time

Successful growing Wealth & Accounting practice
Hawthorn East location
Busy & diverse role

Mid sized Wealth & Accounting advisory practice are seeking a client focused individual who thrives in a fast paced environment

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Business Advisory Partner

Townsville QLD

Full time

Join an innovative, fast-growing national professional services leader
Work directly with clients to solve complex challenges & uncover opportunitiies
Enjoy uncapped earning potential in a flexible & growth-driven environment

Use your Accounting experience to solve challenges & find meaningful solutions for your clients across Northern Queensland.

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Business Advisory Partner, Brisbane

Mackay QLD 4740, Mackay QLD

Full time

Join an innovative, fast-growing national professional services leader
Work directly with clients to solve complex challenges & uncover opportunitiies
Enjoy uncapped earning potential in a flexible & growth-driven environment

Use your Accounting experience to solve challenges & find meaningful solutions for your client partners

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Wealth Solutions Partner

Townsville QLD

Full time

Join an innovative, fast-growing national professional services leader
Work directly with clients to solve complex challenges & uncover opportunities
Enjoy uncapped earning potential in a flexible & growth-driven environment

Use your wealth advisory experience to solve challenges & find meaningful solutions for your client partners across Northern QLD.

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Wealth Solutions Partner

Cairns North QLD 4870, Cairns QLD

Full time

Join an innovative, fast-growing national professional services leader
Work directly with clients to solve complex challenges & uncover opportunities
Enjoy uncapped earning potential in a flexible & growth-driven environment

Use your wealth advisory experience to solve challenges & find meaningful solutions for your client partners across Northern QLD.

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Wealth Solutions Partner

Mackay QLD 4740, Mackay QLD

Full time

Join an innovative, fast-growing national professional services leader
Work directly with clients to solve complex challenges & uncover opportunities
Enjoy uncapped earning potential in a flexible & growth-driven environment

Use your wealth advisory experience to solve challenges & find meaningful solutions for your client partners across Northern QLD.

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Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Salary to 90K+ for the right experience
WFH & Hybrid options
Accounting firm experience is essential

Successful Accounting firm require experienced Bookkeeper to help support a portfolio of clients

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Business Advisory Partner

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Join an innovative, fast-growing national professional services leader
Work directly with clients to solve complex challenges and uncover new opportuni
Enjoy uncapped earning potential in a flexible & growth-driven environment

Use your Accounting experience to solve challenges & find meaningful solutions for your client partners

Learn more

Business Advisory Partner

Brisbane QLD

Full time

Join an innovative, fast-growing national professional services leader
Work directly with clients to solve complex challenges & uncover opportunities
Enjoy uncapped earning potential in a flexible & growth-driven environment

Use your Accounting experience to solve challenges & find meaningful solutions for your client partners

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Associate Partner, Mildura

Full time

Flexible work options, Mildura office
Senior Opportunity with a company that will help you develop your career
Highly attractive Base salary and STI, established fee base.

Lead with purpose. Grow a high-value client base. Shape the future of regional professional services.

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Associate Partner, Mildura

Adelaide SA

Full time

Flexible work options, Mildura office
Senior Opportunity with a company that will help you develop your career
Highly attractive Base salary and STI, established fee base.

Lead with purpose. Grow a high-value client base. Shape the future of regional professional services.

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Senior Administration Support

Melbourne VIC

Full time

CBD Based Boutique Accounting Firm
Autonomous role you can really make your own!
Hybrid role

Fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills in this friendly Boutique growing Accounting practice

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Partner/Associate Partner, Wealth

Sydney NSW

Full time

Flexible work options, excellent CBD offices
Senior Opportunity with a company that will help you develop your career
Highly attractive Base salary and STI, established fee base.

Lead with purpose. Grow a high-value client base. Shape the future of Wealth Accounting.

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Associate Partner

Albury NSW 2640, City of Albury NSW

Full time

Flexible work options, Mildura office
Senior Opportunity with a company that will help you develop your career
Highly attractive Base salary and STI, established fee base.

Lead with purpose. Grow a high-value client base. Shape the future of regional professional services.

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Your professionalism, guidance, and support have been invaluable to me. I believe that your expertise and network could be incredibly beneficial as I continue to grow and advance in my career.

Assistant Manager, Accounting Firm

Dear Tania – Without your dedicated effort, this outcome would not have been possible, Thank you

Financial Controller, Construction Company

Your expertise and assistance were instrumental in helping me secure a position that aligns perfectly with my career goals. Thank you for the invaluable support and guidance you provided me.

Elicia, Business Services Accountant, Accounting Firm

Tania has a great point of differentiation from most recruiters, as so few have the skills to look outside the automated results of the applicant tracking systems. I appreciate your effort and out-of-the-box thinking. I would highly recommend your services to anyone who asks.

Business Services Senior Manager, Accounting Firm

Lawson Delaney provided me with very valuable recruitment advice during my search for a CFO position. They are extremely professional, flexible and always reliable. I highly recommend partnering with them for senior finance assignments.

CFO, Retail Organisation

Lawson Delaney provided opportunities that were in the best interest of the jobseeker by truly listening to what I wanted.

Candidate, Manager

Lee is professional in all avenues. I valued the communication around the status of my applications which included actual feedback & updates. He creates a good working relationship.

Accounting Candidate, Accounting Industry

Colm has been very helpful in my job hunting. He carefully selected companies that actually fit my needs. He pays attention to what candidates are looking for & gives insightful tips for interviews. I would highly recommend Colm to assist you with your next step in your career!

Accounting Candidate, Accounting Industry

Colm has been fantastic to deal with and has made the recruitment process for our business very streamlined. Congratulations on changing our perception with recruitment businesses. We look forward to a long term relationship and highly recommend Colm.

Troy Townley, Founder, HTA Advisory

In my dealings with Colm he has taken the time to understand the business and what we are looking for. I find Colm to be measured and working for my best interests. I view Colm as a business partner, someone I can trust and have confidence that he will find an excellent employee.

Accounting Partner, Accounting and Business Advisory firm

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Executive Search
Professional Recruitment

It's more than just a job hire

A different level of partnership

Areas we provide executive search and recruitment services within

Accounting Firms

Executive Search

CFO & Accounting

CEO Search & Selection

Client Services & Business Support

Financial Services

Managed Recruitment Solutions

Remuneration Benchmarking & Expert Witness