Charity Independent Examination Assistant Manager- Maternity cover

KRESTON REEVES LLP; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial services firm in Kent seeks a Charity Independent Examination Assistant Manager for a maternity cover. The role involves managing a portfolio of charity clients, ensuring client advocacy, and supporting independent examinations. Ideal candidates should have experience in the not-for-profit sector and a passion for charity work. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including hybrid working options and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible working policies

Qualifications

• Experience in at least a small firm preparing accounts for not-for-profit entities.
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of clients.
• Enthusiasm to support managers and partners with the sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a client portfolio, maximizing client advocacy.
• Act as key contact for charity clients.
• Support partner in leading Independent Examinations and accounts preparation.

Skills

Experience in preparing accounts

Knowledge of charity SORP

Client management

Passion for the not-for-profit sector

Collaborative working

Job description

Charity Independent Examination Assistant Manager- Maternity cover

Department: Audit

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: Kent

Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic accountant who enjoys charities to join our growing team on a 15-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.

As an Assistant manager, you will be responsible for running a portfolio of charity clients, across Kent.

About the role

• Lead and support a client portfolio, ensuring the maximising of client advocacy & fee levels from own portfolio, ensuring proactive contact at key times (eg timetable planning).
• Act as a key point of contact for other charity clients so as to maximise delivered work.
• Return phone calls and written correspondence to all of the above within required deadline and ensure promises are kept.
• Opportunities to get involved with a mix of not-for-profit clients in our ever-expanding team.
• Your primary role will be to support a partner in leading Independent Examinations and accounts preparation, from planning to completion for a range of our clients.
• You will also have exposure to compiling and overseeing accounts preparation.
• You will be responsible for leading and training assistants and reviewing their work with progression in role development.
• Assist the managers and partners with running their portfolios.

What we're looking for

• Experience within at least a small firm, preparing accounts and undertaking Independent Examinations for not-for-profit entities
• Knowledge of the charity SORP
• Proven experience with their own portfolio of clients with the ability to manage their clients needs
• Passion for the not-for-profit sector
• Enthusiasm and to support managers and partners with the sector
• Collaborative working with teams across Kent.

What we can offer

• Financial wellbeing – competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Income Protection Scheme and Perks at Work discounts and rewards.
• Leave – 25.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying Mental wellbeing – hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, Employee Assistance Programme and counselling
• Physical wellbeing –Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and an annual flu jab.
• Recognition – monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
• Development – we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses
• Diversity, inclusion and belonging – we operate several family-friendly policies and take proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
• ESG – give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
• Travel – other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan

At Kreston Reeves, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. We understand that everyone has unique needs, and we strive to accommodate them through reasonable adjustments. Whether it's adapting work environments, providing assistive technologies, or modifying processes, we are dedicated to supporting our employees in realising their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in our recruitment process or thrive in your role, please don't hesitate to reach out by emailing [e-mail]. Please remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request. Your success is important to us, and we're here to ensure a supportive and inclusive experience for all.