Assistant Manager - Pension Audit

Hays Senior Finance; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm is looking for an Assistant Manager in Pension Audit in Guildford, offering a hybrid working arrangement. This position involves working with reputable Pension Schemes while enjoying flexible office locations and comprehensive benefits including private healthcare and enhanced vacation days.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working options

Comprehensive benefits including retail and leisure discounts

Private healthcare

25 days' holiday with options to increase

Training and social activities tailored to your role

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP, and financial reporting standards.
• Desire to advance career in Pension Audit.
• Ability to work effectively remotely.

Responsibilities

• Identify and understand the needs of the audited entity.
• Collaborate with Managers and Partners for recommendations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Pension Scheme clients.

Skills

Client Engagement

Technical Solution Proposals

Knowledge of GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP

Education

ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualification or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Manager - Pension Audit

Location: Guildford, United Kingdom

Client: Hays Senior Finance

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 6240be667d97

Job Views: 4

Posted: 29.06.2025

Expiry Date: 13.08.2025

Job Description

Employer Location: Farnborough, Hampshire, England / Guildford, Surrey / Basingstoke, Hampshire

Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 per annum

Closing Date: 21 Jul 2025

About the Role

Build your experience in Pension Audit within a Mid-Tier or Regional Firm while enjoying a highly flexible, hybrid working arrangement. This role offers the benefits of a Big Five firm, but with less travel and overtime. You will work with some of the UK's largest Pension Schemes, with minimal travel and flexible office locations.

Responsibilities

1. Identify and understand the needs of the audited entity, proposing solutions for technical matters.
2. Collaborate with Managers and Partners to present recommendations aligned with relevant requirements.
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with both new and established Pension Scheme clients and the national Pension Audit Team.

Requirements

1. A desire to advance your career in Pension Audit.
2. ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualification or equivalent.
3. Knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP, and financial reporting standards.
4. Ability to work effectively remotely and engage with clients without frequent site visits.

Benefits

1. Flexible hybrid working options (2-3 days in the office, or just 1 day for experienced Pension Audit Seniors).
2. Comprehensive benefits including retail and leisure discounts.
3. Private healthcare, life assurance, and pension contributions.
4. 25 days' holiday, with options to increase.
5. Training, CPD, and social activities tailored to your role and lifestyle.