Associate Director

RSM UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is hiring an Associate Director for their London office. This role involves leading financial reporting services, engaging in business development, and coaching teams. Candidates should be fully qualified Chartered Accountants with experience managing client portfolios and solid knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS. The firm offers flexible working, a supportive environment, and numerous professional development opportunities.

Benefits

27 days holiday

Flexible working

Financial wellbeing benefits

Access to over 300 courses

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a portfolio of clients.
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS reporting.
• Experience as a Line Manager.

Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of accounting and financial reporting services.
• Participating in business development and lead generation.
• Managing project budgets and performance of teams.

Skills

Business development

Coaching and mentoring

Relationship building

Financial reporting

UK GAAP reporting

Education

Fully qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

Make an Impact at RSM UK

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle‑market businesses thrive. We are a fast‑growing firm with big ambitions – we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

At the heart of Consulting

Consulting brings together multiple teams across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA, and Outsourcing to provide client‑centric solutions for RSM’s current and future clients within the middle market. Our Consulting team has a major role to play in driving forward the growth of the firm with over 1,700 people delivering in excess of £200m revenue.

At the heart of Consulting are the six solutions we offer our clients: business transformation, deal services, finance function support, risk and governance, forensic and investigation services, and restructuring. Our solutions create an enhanced tailored approach to support our clients in achieving their strategic goals and empower our people to make an impact and develop their own unique career path.

Associate Director – London

We are looking for an Associate Director to join our London office, who is passionate about developing business with new clients and has experience of coaching and developing teams. Acting for clients across a range of industries including consumer, technology, financial services and PE backed entities, you will build effective relationships with Partners and Directors to lead as a trusted advisor to a wealth of clients.

What you’ll make an impact by:

• Leading the delivery of accounting and financial reporting services on a portfolio of clients, whilst working alongside other service lines and reporting to the Client Relationship Partners on matters of additional advisory and client care.
• Actively participating in business development, working with the Partner Group on business plans and participating in targeting and lead generation.
• Managing the working capital of projects, including budgeting, cost management, billing and debt recoverability.
• Managing relevant AFR teams’ performance, ensuring appropriate objectives set and development plans in place for junior members.

What we are looking for:

• Fully qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with experience in managing a portfolio of clients.
• Complex UK GAAP reporting including group reorganisations and consolidations.
• An in-depth working knowledge of IFRS reporting and the impact of the Periodic Review 2024 in UK GAAP.
• Passion for business development and building relationships with both internal and external contacts.
• Experience as a Line Manager with advanced coaching and development skills.
• Proven ability to quickly build rapport with client principals and colleagues.

What we can offer you:

• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• Flexible working.
• 27 days holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days).
• Lifestyle, health, and wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse talent development team.

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Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client’s needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm’s principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.