Advisory Assistant Manager

Hays Senior Finance; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm is seeking an Advisory Assistant Manager in London. This role offers engaging work with high-performing audit teams and the chance to manage various clients from fast-growth companies to well-known international brands. You'll be responsible for running audits, handling financial reporting, and coaching junior staff in a supportive team environment, enjoying hybrid working options and a clear path to leadership.

Benefits

Path to senior leadership

Meaningful work

Supportive team environment

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent qualifications required.
• A proactive and analytical mindset needed.
• Confidence in client interactions necessary.

Responsibilities

• Running audits from start to finish.
• Handling financial reporting for UK and international standards.
• Managing group consolidations, tax reviews, and due diligence.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Analytical skills

Client interaction

Comfort with technology

Education

ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent

Tools

AI and automation tools

Job description

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Advisory Assistant Manager

Employer Location: London, England / Guildford, Surrey, England

Salary: £60-70,000 per annum

Closing date: 30 Jul 2025

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Job Details

Your new company

This isn't one of those firms that talks about "disruption" while still using Excel. It is a high-performing audit and accounts team that actually delivers. The people here are sharp, commercially switched-on, and actually good at their jobs.

You'll be working with fast-growth entrepreneurial businesses, complex international groups, and well-known brands. Clients include media, gaming, pharma, and more. Some are household names, others are scaling rapidly.

The offices are in central London and Surrey, both modern and staffed with experienced professionals.

Your new role

As an Assistant Manager, you'll be doing real work, not just reviewing others' work. Your responsibilities include:

1. Running audits from start to finish.
2. Handling financial reporting (UK and international standards).
3. Managing group consolidations, tax reviews, and due diligence.
4. Using AI and automation tools effectively.
5. Coaching junior staff and building client relationships.

What you'll need to succeed

• ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent qualifications.
• A proactive and analytical mindset.
• Confidence in client interactions.
• Comfort with technology.

What you'll get in return

• A clear path to senior leadership.
• Engaging and meaningful work.
• A supportive team environment.
• Hybrid working, benefits, and support.