Assistant Manager - Financial Services

Michael Page; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Location: Manchester/Leeds

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Assistant Manager in Financial Services to plan and deliver internal audit assignments for a top 10 professional services firm, based in Leeds and Manchester.

You will review financial statements, support senior management with reports, coordinate audits, guide juniors, and help ensure month-end accuracy while staying compliant with regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial reporting and analysis within professional services.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with clients and colleagues.
• Proficiency in relevant accounting software and tools.
• Solid understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Support senior management in preparing detailed financial reports and analyses.
• Coordinate audits and assist with resolving any identified issues.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members on accounting matters.
• Oversee reconciliations and ensure timely completion of month-end processes.
• Work closely with clients to address financial queries and provide solutions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of financial regulations and industry standards.
• Assist in improving processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the department.

Skills

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA certification

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

As an Assistant Manager in Financial Services, you'll handle planning and delivering internal audit assignments in a professional services setting. Based in Leeds and Manchester, this role plays a key part in maintaining financial accuracy and supporting broader business goals.

Client Details

A top 10 professional services organisation located in Leeds and Manchester.

Description

• Manage and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Support senior management in preparing detailed financial reports and analyses.
• Coordinate audits and assist with resolving any identified issues.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members on accounting matters.
• Oversee reconciliations and ensure timely completion of month-end processes.
• Work closely with clients to address financial queries and provide solutions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of financial regulations and industry standards.
• Assist in improving processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the department.

Profile

A successful Assistant Manager - Financial Services should have:

• A professional qualification in accounting or finance (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA).
• Experience in financial reporting and analysis within professional services.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with clients and colleagues.
• Proficiency in relevant accounting software and tools.
• A solid understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements.

Job Offer

• Salary up to £50,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Additional benefits package included.
• Permanent position based in either Manchester or Leeds.

Please note: unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.