Assistant Manager, Accounts and Business Advisory

The Assistant Manager, Accounts and Business Advisory will play a vital role in providing high-quality accounting and advisory services to clients within the business services industry. This position is based in Guildford, offering an excellent opportunity to work with a skilled team in a supportive environment.

Client Details

This organisation is a well-established firm within the accountancy industry, known for its expertise in providing accounting and finance solutions. Operating as a medium-sized company, it offers an engaging work environment where professionals can thrive and grow.

Description

• Manage a small portfolio of clients with a view that this will grow over time
• Preparation and review of financial accounts for limited companies, groups, partnerships, and more
• Preparation and review of year end working paper files and assisting auditors
• Manage and prepare the timely and accurate consolidation of financial accounting for groups.
• Reviewing financial accounts and files prepared by junior colleagues
• Engaging directly with clients to support the Director with advisory work in corporate finance matters such as due diligence and company valuations
• Manage detailed variance analysis, forecasting, budgeting and management reporting with comments.
• Manage the day-to-day client relationship to ensure the client receives a dedicated service
• Take ownership of assignments from initial briefing to presentation of final reports
• Contribute to how the Accounts team is managed
• Ensuring suitable training and supervision of junior members of the team is in place
• Staying up to date with changes in accounting and auditing standards, ensuring best practices are followed.
• Contributing to the firm's strategy and growth initiatives, including process improvements and business development.

Profile

• ACCA/ACA qualified
• Education to degree level or equivalent
• 5 GCSEs or equivalent to include Mathematics and English
• Experience working in an accountancy practice
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards is essential
• An interest in corporate finance and business advisory work
• Experience of working on consolidated and Charities' accounts desirable
• Experience of CCH Accounts Production, Silverfin and Xero accounting software desirable
• Good IT knowledge and skills, particularly Excel

Job Offer

• A competitive salary in the range of £60000 to £65000 per annum.
• A permanent position in a reputable company within the business services industry.
• Opportunities to develop your career in accounting and finance.
• A supportive and collaborative work culture in Guildford.
• Hybrid working (2 days per week as a minimum in the office).