We're hiring across NSW, VIC and SA
Great people. Serious growth. Your next step up.
Latitude is an award-winning chartered accounting firm growing across NSW, VIC and SA. Work with people you will actually learn from, on clients you will actually know, with a clear path from cadet to Client Director.
Michael Saade joined as a cadet. Today he is a Client Director. Watch his path
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As Seen On
- 2011Founded, and still led by its founders
- 2,000+Business owners we look after
- 5Offices across NSW, VIC and SA
- 4Mergers since 2016
- 4Shows hosted by our leaders
Why Latitude
Why accountants make the move
You are a number on a timesheet
Our Business Solutions clients each have two dedicated accountants, so you get to know the same business owners year after year.
Compliance, compliance, compliance
Structuring, tax planning, budgets and cashflow forecasts are core services. You build advisory skills, not just lodgement speed.
Waiting for someone above you to leave
Four mergers and offices in NSW, VIC and SA keep opening new teams to lead. Michael went from cadet to Client Director here.
Leaders you never actually meet
The founders still run the firm, and you can hear how they think on four shows before you ever meet them.
A firm that looks the same every year
From one office in Parramatta to 5 offices and a team in the Philippines, and still growing.
Career path
Your path to Client Director
From the first rung to the top. Michael has already done it.
Michael Saade, CA
Client Director
Michael joined as a cadet. Today he is a Client Director.
He learned the job on real small business clients, became a Chartered Accountant, and took on more responsibility as the firm grew around him.
The path he took is the same one open to you.
Strong technical foundations lead to better outcomes for clients.
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Client Director
Lead client relationships as a trusted advisor and help shape how Latitude grows.
You learn Business development, advisory strategy, firm leadership.
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Client Manager
Manage a portfolio of clients and the team working on them, and lead more of the advisory conversations.
You learn Client relationship management, scoping and pricing work, developing a team.
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Supervisor
Lead a team, keep quality high and develop the accountants below you.
You learn People leadership, workflow and capacity planning.
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Senior Accountant
Own a client portfolio, review others' work and bring advisory ideas.
You learn Tax planning, budgets and cashflow forecasts, reviewing and coaching.
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Intermediate Accountant
Handle more complex clients and structures with less review, and join client meetings.
You learn Group structures, Division 7A, talking tax with business owners.
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Junior Accountant
Prepare financial statements, tax returns and BAS for your own set of clients.
You learn Company and trust returns, reconciliations, working to deadlines.
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Cadet Accountant
Prepare tax returns and BAS on real small business files while you study.
You learn Xero, public practice workflow, how small businesses actually run.
Jacob left to start his own firm. Then he brought it back.
After working at Latitude, Jacob founded Advisory Corp. In 2023 it merged with Latitude, and today he is a Client Director and co-host of The Lat Chat.
Catarina brought her firm, and her Riverland clients, to Latitude.
When CS Accounting merged with Latitude in 2026, Catarina became our first female Client Director. She brings more than 20 years of experience and specialises in agriculture.
Meet the Leadership Team
The people you will learn from, and the experts behind The Latitude Way.
John Saade, FCA
CEO
"Small business owners deserve advisors who truly understand their journey."
- 20+ years experience
- Fellow Chartered Accountant
- Office: NSW
Toufic Haddad, FCA
Managing Director
"Helping business owners structure correctly and grow with confidence."
- 20+ years experience
- Fellow Chartered Accountant
- Office: NSW
Catarina Santini
Client Director
"Supporting regional businesses with practical advice and strong relationships."
- 20+ years experience
- Agriculture specialist
- Office: South Australia
Jacob Fahmy, CA
Client Director
"Mindset and strategy are the foundation of successful businesses."
- Chartered Accountant
- 30 Under 30 winner
- Office: NSW
Michael Saade, CA
Client Director
"Strong technical foundations lead to better outcomes for clients."
- Chartered Accountant
- Industry Excellence winner
- Office: NSW
Patrick El-Bitar, CA
Client Director
"Hard work beats talent when talent does not work hard."
- Chartered Accountant
- AFIA Emerging Accountant of the Year
- Office: NSW
Raymond Semaan, CPA
Client Director
"Look after your team and they'll look after your customers."
- 10+ years experience
- Certified Practising Accountant
- Office: VIC
Michael Hirmiz, CA
Client Director
"Teaching clients how to succeed."
- 10+ years experience
- Chartered Accountant
- Office: NSW
Who we are
Who are Latitude Accountants?
Founded in 2011, Latitude Accountants has grown into a national firm supporting over 2,000 clients, driven by strategic partnerships and big-picture thinking.
We are a team of Chartered Accountants and advisors helping business owners make better financial decisions with more clarity, confidence and control.
Through The Latitude Way, we go beyond compliance to provide clear direction, smarter structures and real opportunities for growth.
We understand the weight of responsibility that comes with being a business owner. Partnering with Latitude means joining a team dedicated to building their success.
Culture
Life at Latitude
Awards nights, expos, presentations and the team behind it all, here and in the Philippines.
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Watch
Meet us before you apply
Most firms ask you to trust the interview. Our leaders host four shows, so you can hear how they think before you ever meet them.
- CEO BreakdownJohn Saade
- The Lat ChatJohn Saade, Jacob Fahmy and Toufic Haddad
- The Account RantJohn, Toufic, Catarina, Patrick, Michael Saade, Michael Hirmiz and Raymond
- Tradie PatPatrick El-Bitar
Growth
How we will develop you
Learn from the founders
John Saade and Toufic Haddad, both FCAs, still lead the firm day to day.
Advisory, not just compliance
Structuring, tax planning, budgets and cashflow forecasts are core to how we work.
Education support
Eligibility for paid study leave and fee coverage depends on specific circumstances.
Room to lead
Supervisor and Client Director roles grow as new offices and mergers bring new teams.
Recognition that is real
Our people have won Rising Star of the Year and Accounting Support Staff of the Year at the Australian Accounting Awards.
Xero Platinum Partner
Modern cloud accounting at Xero's top partner tier.
Where we are going
One office in Parramatta. Then this.
Latitude is founded
Friends and colleagues John Saade and Toufic Haddad start Latitude Business Solutions.
First office
Grose Street, Parramatta.
The Latitude Way
The standard for how we look after clients is set, and still used today.
First merger
JJ Gregoire & Co joins, and Latitude opens in Marrickville.
Philippines team
Our office in Tarlac opens with a local partner.
Through the pandemic
Hundreds of small business owners helped to access grants and relief.
Second merger
Raymond L. Thompson & Co joins Latitude.
New head office
Latitude moves into Sydney Olympic Park.
Advisory Corp comes home
Jacob Fahmy's firm merges with Latitude.
Melbourne
Our first office outside NSW opens in the CBD.
South Australia
CS Accounting merges with Latitude. Catarina Santini becomes our first female Client Director.
Find your role
Two quick questions and we will show you what we are hiring for.
What happens when you apply
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Apply in a minute
Provide your name, email, phone number, and CV or LinkedIn profile. Your application goes straight to our hiring team.
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Phone chat
We will call you to discuss your background and learn more about your experience.
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Interview
We will meet with you in person or via video call to discuss the role in detail.
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Offer
If it's a great match, we will send you an official job offer.
Questions
What roles do you hire for?
Everything from Cadet Accountant to Client Director, plus client experience and support roles. Use Find your role to see what is open for your experience and state.
Do I need to be CA or CPA qualified?
Not necessarily.
Do you hire students and graduates too?
Yes. Our path starts at Cadet Accountant.
Do I need a CV to register interest?
No. Leave your details and we will reach out when a role that suits you opens.
Good people. Big plans. Room for you.
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