Solutions Consultant

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Melbourne, Victoria, AUS
Hybrid
Entry level
Cloud • Fintech • Information Technology • Machine Learning • Software
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The Role
Serve as a technical advisor and strategic partner for accounting practices, collaborating with sales teams to scope solutions, demonstrate Xero workflows, guide cloud implementations and migrations, and drive software adoption. Translate partner requirements into scalable strategies, resolve technical obstacles, identify risks, and support product feedback. The role requires accounting practice experience, consultative problem-solving, technical solution design, presentation skills, and familiarity with cloud accounting and workflow platforms.
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The role & it's impact:

As a Solutions Consultant you will act as a trusted technical advisor and strategic partner, working alongside our sales team to deliver custom solution designs for accounting practice partners. You will translate complex partner requirements into scalable workflow strategies, identifying potential risks early and helping client firms unlock maximum long-term value from the Xero platform.

By combining deep accounting knowledge with consultative technical expertise, you will lead solution scoping, conduct tailored product demonstrations, and guide partners through seamless migrations. Your efforts will directly drive active software adoption, transforming accountants and bookkeepers into passionate, long-term champions.

The team & how they connect:

You will join a collaborative team of seven reporting directly to our Solutions Consultant Manager. The team serves as the vital bridge between account executives, product engineering, and external practice partners. Together, you will share market insights internally to shape product features while co-designing tailored technical strategies for client growth.

Initially, the role will focus on:

  • Leading technical discovery and tailored solution scoping in partnership with Account Executives

  • Designing and delivering engaging, custom product demonstrations to address specific firm workflow challenges

  • Guiding new practice partners through cloud implementation, workflow mapping, and early adoption up skilling

  • Providing expert technical support during sales cycles to overcome operational roadblocks and objections


Where and how you can work:

We support a flexible hybrid working model designed to give you balance while keeping you connected. This role is based in Brisbane with modern office facilities available for collaborative workshops, team connection, and boost days, alongside flexible work-from-home options.

Here are some of the things we are looking for:

  • Solid operational experience gained directly within an accounting or bookkeeping practice environment

  • Proven success in consultative problem solving, pre-sales or technical solution design within complex environments

  • Strong ability to communicate complex concepts simply and present engaging sessions or demonstrations to diverse audiences

  • Deep familiarity with cloud-based accounting platforms and broader practice workflow software ecosystems

  • Practical experience or comfort leveraging modern productivity technologies, including AI tools, to build efficient solutions

  • Highly developed interpersonal skills with the confidence to navigate ambiguity and partner effectively across internal and external teams

At Xero, we hire based on your skills, passion, and the unique perspective you can bring to enhance our culture and team so we encourage you to apply even if your experience isn't a perfect match!

Skills Required

  • Operational experience gained directly within an accounting or bookkeeping practice environment
  • Success in consultative problem solving, pre-sales, or technical solution design within complex environments
  • Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and deliver engaging presentations or demonstrations
  • Familiarity with cloud-based accounting platforms and practice workflow software ecosystems
  • Experience or comfort using modern productivity technologies, including AI tools
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across internal and external teams

Xero Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is portrayed as substantial, combining 21 days of PTO with added wellbeing days, “Xtra” leave, and a year‑end shutdown. Feedback suggests this breadth of time away is a standout element of the package.
  • Parental & Family Support — Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers and six weeks of partner leave are highlighted, with pay top‑ups to 100% in some cases. Feedback suggests these policies are viewed as a meaningful family support.
  • Healthcare Strength — Access to subsidized medical plans (PPO, HMO, HSA) plus dental and vision is consistently described. Feedback suggests health coverage is generally regarded positively.

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The Company
HQ: San Mateo, CA
4,500 Employees
Year Founded: 2006

What We Do

Xero is small business accounting software that provides a platform on which businesses can build a fully integrated solution. It’s designed to make life better for people in small business, their advisors, and communities around the world. Xero minimises tedious admin by automating routine tasks, delivers valuable insights when needed, and brings together business data, trusted advisors, and powerful apps in one intuitive platform. By alleviating pain points, Xero empowers small business owners to supercharge their business, simplifying the complex and freeing up time from manual admin so they can focus on what really matters to build the business they’ve always envisaged.

Why Work With Us

Xero is a human-centric organization where you’ll have a tangible impact on the success of small businesses and their communities, globally. Our team of energised, forward-thinkers work to make life better for our customers and each other every day. We’re also always committed to supporting you with a flexible environment.

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