Distressed Business Advisory Manager

Leonard Curtis; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

2 giving back days per year

25 days holiday + holidays

Enhanced family friendly policies

Clear progression route

Job summary

Leonard Curtis is actively seeking an experienced Business Advisory Manager to support distressed businesses, focusing on VAT, PAYE and National Insurance arrears, cash flow solutions, and lender introductions. You will work with Restructuring & Insolvency, Funding and Legal teams to deliver optimal outcomes.

The primary location is Manchester, with national recruitment and opportunities across the UK, plus a strong development path, generous holiday, birthday leave, and community days.

Qualifications

• Self-driven with a positive outlook.
• Motivated and proactive with the ability to work both well alone and as part of a team.
• Strong organisation and planning skills with ability to work to deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound financial knowledge and numerical skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Taking an active role in client meetings from initial contact, with responsibility for progressing complex cases through to appointment and ongoing case management.
• Prepare profit and loss statements and cash flow forecasts to support debt repayment plans for HMRC.
• Draft reports for HMRC negotiations and concise business reviews.
• Liaise with business owners and directors to gather essential financial and operational information.
• Support senior managers and directors in the development and delivery of tailored cash management strategies for distressed businesses.
• Coordinate with asset-based lenders and funders, providing accurate financial projections and supporting documentation.
• Manage a portfolio of client cases, ensuring timely and effective case progression.
• Assist in the day-to-day management of transaction processes, including preparing information packs, conducting financial analysis, and supporting client communications.
• Build and analyse financial models and business forecasts to support strategic recommendations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external professionals, including accountants, solicitors, and funding partners

Skills

Self-driven

Proactive

Organization skills

Communication skills

Numerical skills

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leonard Curtis is actively seeking an experienced Business Advisory Manager to support distressed businesses, focusing on VAT, PAYE and National Insurance arrears, cash flow solutions, and lender introductions. You will work with Restructuring & Insolvency, Funding and Legal teams to deliver optimal outcomes.

The primary location is Manchester, with national recruitment and opportunities across the UK, plus a strong development path, generous holiday, birthday leave, and community days.