Assistant Manager (Accounting)

ACCA Careers; Reading; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Manager in Accounting to join their dynamic team in Reading. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage client portfolios and oversee the completion of management accounts while guiding junior staff. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA qualified and possess strong technical accounting knowledge. With a focus on client relationships and business development, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that encourages your growth and innovation. Join a global leader in fund administration and take your career to new heights!

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of accounting and related areas.
• Self-motivated team player with excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage client portfolios and oversee monthly management accounts.
• Supervise junior staff and ensure timely completion of deliverables.

Skills

ACA/ACCA Qualification

Technical Accounting Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Business Development Interest

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

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The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That's why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply 'empower' you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we'll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Assistant Manager - Accounting & Financial Reporting

Location: Reading, Berkshire (Full Time)

Reporting Lines: Manager / Senior Manager / Associate Director

Department: Accounting & Financial Reporting

Job Specification

• Responsible for a portfolio of clients, taking ownership of deliverables including the completion of monthly client management accounts
• Supervising junior staff (Local and in GSC Locations) in respect of all accounting deliverables
• Provide technical accounting guidance and ad hoc project support where required
• Oversee the completion of payment runs for your clients
• Liaise with other departments within the firm to coordinate the delivery of other services provided by the firm and spot opportunities for further business development by establishing good client relationships
• Oversee/assist in the preparation of relevant tax filings such as VAT returns, corporation tax returns, P11ds and PSA
• Oversee the year end process including the drafting of financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP and IFRS and liaising with clients and auditors in connection with the signing of the financial statements in line with designated deadlines
• Assist the Manager with the billing process, management of the firm's debts, and aiding the management, development and training of junior staff
• You will consistently produce high quality work, with a getting it right first-time approach, by producing all reports to a high standard of accuracy, taking ownership for regular communication with clients to enable proper completion of tasks, resolution of issues with the goal of enhancing the client relationship. You will take responsibility for timely response to client queries and coordinating a response with team members when necessary.
  
  

Skills Required:

• You will be ACA/ACCA qualified with a strong understanding of accounting and related areas
• A high level of technical knowledge and ability to apply it in practical situations
• Self-motivated and able to work as a team member, using own initiative and referring when necessary; including prioritising workloads within allocated timeframes, making decisions where appropriate and ensuring all procedures are followed
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to identify and suggest procedural improvements
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate effectively (written & oral) at all levels, internally and externally
• Work together as a team, participate in open communication and contribute in meetings; supporting colleagues with a 'can do' positive attitude and approach
• Have an interest in business development and a desire to help the business grow
  
  

What you will get in return:

• A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business;
• Competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience;
• Training and development opportunities

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Accounting

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