Executive Search
Professional Recruitment

It's more than just a job hire

A different level of partnership

Lawson Delaney has two distinct teams that specialise in recruiting CEOs and leadership teams for private businesses, and recruiting accountants both commercially and for Accounting firms – from merging Partners to graduate intakes. What ties us together is the unwavering commitment to our vision: to be the most caring, capable, and considerate recruitment company in Melbourne.

Find out more about our recruitment specialisations below.

Areas we provide executive search and recruitment services within

Accounting Firms

Executive Search

CFO & Accounting

CEO Search & Selection

Managed Recruitment Solutions

Financial Services

Health, Community & Human Services

Lifesciences, Member Associations, Education & Interim

Our values

Trust

Acting as trusted advisors, we are proud of the outstanding outcomes that these partnerships have achieved.

Innovation

We support our methodology with innovation and intellect to achieve your short and long-term goals, while significantly mitigating risk.

Forensic approach

We understand the importance of applying rigorous processes in order to achieve quality outcomes.

Caring, capable & considerate

We reflect our values of diversity, flexibility and
strengths-based leadership.

KEYWORDS

Select Classifications

in all classifications

LOCATION ×

Featured jobs

Business Advisor - Accountancy Firm

Melbourne VIC

Full time

A dedicated games room in the office
Hybrid working model
Specialise in tax and business advisory

Are you over compliance work and timesheets? Do you have a passion for business advisory? Apply today!

Learn more

Accounting Firm - Manager/Senior Manager

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Modern, progressive firm with a genuine client service experience
Clients with turnover upto $100 million
Flexible working

Modern firm is based just outside the CBD. They offer holistic, integrated approach to clients. Salary package up to $160k.

Learn more

Senior Accountant - Mid Tier Accounting Firm

Melbourne VIC

Full time

One of the biggest mid tier firms in the CBD
Have a work/life balance with flexible hours
Won awards for 'employer of choice' in Business Advisory division

Partnering with a Mid-Tier Accounting firm who are looking a strong Senior Accountant, with limitless growth potential. Short term pathway to Manager.

Learn more

Senior Accountant - Advisory Focused!

Melbourne VIC

Full time

St Kilda Road Location
3 days a week work from home
Clients with > $100 million turnover

Big 4 clients in a boutique, friendly firm. This firm genuinely are one of a kind - with a hybrid working model.

Learn more

Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Award winning mid sized Accounting Practice-South Melbourne
Experience in Public Practice is Essential
Monthly training to support your Career

Award winning National Accounting Firm are seeking a public practice Industry experienced book keeper to support a portfolio of clients

Learn more

Tax Advisory Specialist

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Work on the most complex Tax issues in the whole market. Everyday.
No timesheets with up to 3 days per week from home.
Interact with people all day, based in Melbourne's inner suburb.

No timesheets, never again! Work from home up to 3 days per week. Consult on the most complex tax issues in the market with hundreds of clients.

Learn more

Business Services Senior Accountant

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Large, national Accounting firm in Melbourne's CBD.
Senior Accountant position in charge of your own team and portfolio of clients.
6 weeks annual leave, lots of flexibility, and great working hours!

Large firm in Melbourne CBD looking for a Business Services Senior Accountant.6 weeks annual leave!Flexibility to work from home & office.Big clients!

Learn more

Private Clients/Business Services Manager

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Choose your own working hours each day at this progressive, modern 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.

Learn more

Accountant / Finance Manager - Property

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Seeking an Accountant with comprehensive property accounting experience
Inner south eastern suburb, real estate sector
Family office related environment

Keen to move from an accounting firm and have significant exposure to property clients? Working in industry accounting for a property company now?

Learn more

Business Services Accountant

Melbourne VIC

Full time

CBD location in a fancy office with direct client advisory.
Enjoy fast progression and development.
Get spoiled with professional mentorship from market leaders.

Deal directly with clients. Manage your own portfolio. Be part of a fast growing firm. Exceptional training and mentoring. Enjoy your job in the CBD.

Learn more

Bookkeeper

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Boutique Accounting Public Practice Firm
Role located in Inner East-close to Public Transport
Accounting firm Industry experience is ESSENTIAL

New opportunity within boutique growing public practice to look after a portfolio of clients in client facing bookkeeping role

Learn more

Bookkeeper

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Successful mid-sized Growing Accounting firm
$75K-$85K+ Super
Flexible Work from home options

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

Learn more

Administration assistant

Northern Suburbs Melbourne VIC, Melbourne VIC

Full time

Boutique Accounting firm based in inner northern suburb
Accounting firm experience is ESSENTIAL
Great opportunity to step up in your career

Great opportunity in public practice with real career opportunity to further develop in your role & add value to this growing firm!

Learn more

Senior Administrator

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Join a successful mid-sized Accounting firm
Experience in public practice accounting is essential
Senior Administrator

Mid sized Accounting firm need an experienced senior administrator to support client onboarding

Learn more

Practice Manager

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Salary to 140K package depending on experience
Large CBD based Accounting Public Practice
Innovative progressive practice with a truly positive work culture!

Due to internal promotion; a great opportunity has arisen to work in this growing public practice accounting firm

Learn more

Senior Accountant - Advisory Focused!

Melbourne VIC

Full time

St Kilda Road Location
3 days a week work from home
Clients with > $100 million turnover

Big 4 clients in a boutique, friendly firm. This firm genuinely are one of a kind - with a hybrid working model.

Learn more

Accounting Firm - Manager/Senior Manager

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Modern, progressive firm with a genuine client service experience
Clients with turnover upto $100 million
Flexible working

Modern firm is based just outside the CBD. They offer holistic, integrated approach to clients. Salary package up to $160k.

Learn more

Accounts Assistant

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Accounts Assistant
Stunning newly renovated CBD offices
Option to work part-time

Mid-sized Accounting Practice in CBD require the services of an experience Accounts assistant to support the team

Learn more

Senior Relationship Manager - Native Title Trusts

Perth WA

Full time

Senior-level role in Indigenous trusts and governance
Build trusted relationships with boards and executives
Competitive remuneration on offer with long-term career development

Make a real impact in Indigenous communities. Lead relationships, shape services & enjoy career growth in a respected national firm.

Learn more

Real Assets Analyst

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Real Estate - Commcercial Property
Investment Research

Real Assets Associate - Investment Analyst - To ensure the delivery of high-quality investment and strategic advice and research

Learn more

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

Insights from our team

Our executive search and recruitment Consultants are experts in their field. Find out what they have to say...

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

Managed Recruitment Solutions

Financial Services

Health, Community & Human Services

Lifesciences, Member Associations, Education & Interim