Assistant Manager, Accounts and Business Advisory

Michael Page (UK); East Horsley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy firm in Guildford seeks an Assistant Manager for Accounts and Business Advisory. This role involves managing client portfolios, preparing financial accounts, and providing corporate finance advisory support. You'll benefit from a competitive salary, a permanent position, and opportunities for career development in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working (at least 2 days in the office)

Career development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work culture

Permanent position in a reputable company

Qualifications

• Experience working in an accountancy practice is essential.
• Experience of working on consolidated and Charities' accounts desirable.
• Strong interest in business advisory work.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small portfolio of clients, growing over time.
• Preparation and review of financial accounts for various entities.
• Engage directly with clients for advisory work and manage day-to-day relationships.

Skills

Strong knowledge of accounting standards

Good IT knowledge and skills

Interest in corporate finance

Education

ACCA/ACA qualified

Education to degree level or equivalent

5 GCSEs including Mathematics and English

Tools

CCH Accounts Production

Silverfin

Xero accounting software

Excel

Job description

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).