Accounting, Insight and Advisory Manager

RSM; Whitmore; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK consulting firm is seeking an experienced Accounting, Insight and Advisory Manager to lead and support a portfolio of SME clients. You will be responsible for financial reporting, managing client relationships, and training junior staff. The ideal candidate is ACA qualified with significant experience in UK GAAP, especially FRS 102 and FRS 105. This role offers flexible working, ample holiday, and a comprehensive benefits package. Join our growing team and make an impact in the finance function support space.

Benefits

Flexible working

26 Days Holiday

Health and Wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• At least 4 years experience post qualification.
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients.
• Strong understanding of UK financial reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the reporting of annual financial statements.
• Taking responsibility for a portfolio of clients.
• Train and mentor junior team members.

Skills

UK GAAP experience

Client relationship management

Financial reporting

Problem-solving

Education

ACA qualified or equivalent

Job description

Accounting, Insight and Advisory Manager

We are searching for an experienced Accounting, Insight and Advisory Manager.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

At RSM, our consulting team brings together diverse advisory experts to deliver our six core solutions: business transformation, deal services, forensic, restructuring, finance function support, and risk and governance.

Our solutions are designed to address the unique needs, challenges, and opportunities our clients face as they strive to achieve their aspirations and organisational goals. Whether it’s supporting global expansion, developing acquisition strategies, facilitating private equity investments, or collaborating with boards to manage risk and governance, our consulting experts work as one cohesive team. We prioritise simplicity, providing data‑driven insights, value‑added assurance, and high‑quality execution to empower our clients in building sustainable, future‑fit businesses.

It’s an exciting time to join our consulting team, as we embark on ambitious growth plans that promise to create diverse career opportunities. We are committed to enhancing our six solutions, expanding and developing our team of expert consultants, embracing a digital‑first approach, strengthening our global presence, and building strong client relationships.

About the Role

Join our growing national Finance Function Support team, focusing on private businesses in the Southern region. As a Manager you will lead the reporting of annual financial statements and act as the controller for a portfolio of SME corporate clients focusing on annual compliance needs, applying UK GAAP (FRS 102 and FRS 105), and solving day‑to‑day issues clients face across a wide variety of industries.

This fast‑growing team offers opportunities to own client relationships, develop skills in business development, coaching, and cross‑service collaboration across the UK.

You’ll make an impact by :

• Playing a vital part in shaping client success, driving team performance, and contributing to the growth of our Finance Function Support team across the Southern region.
• Leading the delivery of a premium service and high‑quality outcomes to our SME clients.
• Managing job profitability and efficient delivery with agreed budgets.
• Taking responsibility of a portfolio of clients, overseeing project timelines, billing, and client care.
• Develop strong, trusted relationships and act as a primary point of contact.
• Working with clients to deliver practical solutions to issues they face.
• Lead assignments, ensuring smooth execution.
• Train and mentor junior team members, providing guidance and constructive feedback, with opportunities to line manage.
• Collaborate with audit and tax teams to meet deadlines and resolve key issues.
• Develop knowledge of our specialist services and identify opportunities to add value.
• Stay up to date with technical developments and meet training requirements.

What we are looking for :

• ACA qualified or equivalent.
• At least 4 years experience post qualification.
• UK GAAP experience – FRS 102 and FRS 105.
• Experience of working in a professional practice, ideally in an equivalent accounting advisory team.
• A strong understanding of UK financial reporting requirements.
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients.

What we can offer you :

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• Flexible working.
• 26 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days).
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team.

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