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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Managing Director

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Education Services Provider
National Remit

This is a genuine career opportunity to step into and grow this established, leading provider within the education services sector.

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Business Services Assistant Manager/Manager

Melbourne VIC

Full time

CBD location in a fancy office.
Take the step to Management that you deserve and never look back.
Get spoiled with professional mentorship from market leaders.

Deal directly with clients. Manage your own portfolio. Manage people. Be part of a fast growing firm. Become a leader. Enjoy your job. In the city.

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Client Services Coordinator

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Growing Accounting & wealth advisory practice
CBD City fringe
Public Practice Accounting experience highly desirable

Work for one of Melbourne's leading Financial Services firms. High level document management, admin focused role, client service support

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Accounting Partner

Eastern Suburbs Melbourne VIC, Melbourne VIC

Full time

Significant Equity is immediately on the table.
Partner role of a long established, quality accounting firm.
Eastern suburbs location for this high-performing, very profitable firm.

Significant Equity Partner opportunity of an established accounting firm known for quality work and treating people very well. Everyone likes them.

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Corporate Secretary

Melbourne VIC

Full time

CBD based successful growing Mid-Tier Accounting practice
Solid experience with compliance ASIC/ATO documentation required
Up to 110K+ depending on experience

Accounting & Wealth advisory practice have a great opportunity for someone experienced in a similar role

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Senior Administration Support-Client Services

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Award winning Accounting Firm
Multiple opportunities available
Inner East location-Tram & parking close by

Work in a supportive friendly team environment within a growing Australian success story in Financial services

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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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Business Advisory Partner, Accounting & Tax

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Be part of a fast-growing national professional services leader
Leverage existing client relationships to uncover new business opportunities
Uncapped earning potential in a flexible, performance-driven environment

Apply your BD and accounting skills to drive growth and solve complex financial challenges across a strong existing client base.

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Partner Business Advisory

Eastern Suburbs Melbourne VIC, Melbourne VIC

Full time

Partner or Partner-elect position with equity opportunity.
Not far from Chadstone on the Monash Freeway.
Long-established clients with an impressive&likeable leadership group.

5 Partner firm in the south-east. Strong reputation in the market,highly profitable & lovely people. Partner position with equity opportunity.

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Senior Accountant - Advisory Focused!

Melbourne VIC

Full time

St Kilda Road Location
2 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.

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Senior Accountant

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Innovative firm with a focus on staff development and fun
This firm are looking for someone with 3+ years experience in public practice
You will manage client relationships and focus on advisory

A Partner of this firm said to me their aim is to give their staff the best life they can live. Earn equity and dividends as a Senior Accountant here!

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Public Practice Accountant - Part-time

Eastern Suburbs Melbourne VIC, Melbourne VIC

Part time

Conveniently located in Melbourne's inner South- East - with parking
Established firm with high net worth clients
Profit share available for great performance

Part time role - Boutique accounting firm situated in Melbourne's inner south-east with easy parking, Ideally for an experienced Senior Accountant.

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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.

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Intermediate Accountant - Top 100 Accounting Firm

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Social culture, with boundless opportunities.
Inner East location. Accessible from major train station and tram stops
Learn from the industry leading partners

Unbelievable opportunity. Dynamic partners, who want people who can be 'outside of the box' and deal direct with multi million dollar clients!

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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.

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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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Manager Portfolio Risk

Full time

Institutional Investment Team
Highly Intellectal Environment
Industry Leading Brand

Join an established investment team. Oversee and assess risk approaches and create bespoke portfolio risk models

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Manager - Boutique Accounting Firm

Melbourne VIC

Full time

CBD based location!
Salary reviews TWICE a year!
Direct client contact!

Are you wanting to be a Manager in a high performing, boutique accounting firm? Apply now!

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Senior Administration Support

Melbourne VIC

Full time

CBD based International Accounting firm
A newly created Blank Canvas Opportunity
Practice manager | Office Manager | Client services manager

Join a Global Success Story: newly created role within an Accounting leader giving you the opportunity to shape your own workflow

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Senior Bookkeeper

Eastern Suburbs Melbourne VIC, Melbourne VIC

Full time

Growing boutique Accounting firm
Located in sth east city fringe
Prior Accounting firm experience is essential to be considered

Boutique Accounting firm are seeking a Bookkeeper with great client facing skills where no 2 days are the same..

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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