Financial Accounting and Advisory Services Manager

RSM; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm in Preston is seeking a Financial Accounting and Advisory Services Manager. This role involves handling complex accounting projects and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate is ACA qualified with experience in UK GAAP and IFRS. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and additional benefits including 27 days of holiday and access to professional development courses.

Benefits

27 days of holiday

Hybrid work arrangements

Wellbeing benefits

Professional development courses

Qualifications

• ACA qualified or equivalent.
• Experience in UK GAAP and IFRS financial reporting.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex projects involving accounting standards such as FRS102, IFRS, and FRS101.
• Mentor and develop junior staff.
• Provide exceptional client service.

Skills

UK GAAP knowledge

IFRS experience

Project management

Excel proficiency

Education

ACA qualified or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Financial Accounting and Advisory Services Manager

We are seeking a Financial Accounting and Advisory Services Manager to join RSM UK.

About RSM UK

Our consulting team offers diverse advisory services across six core solutions: business transformation, forensic, deal services, restructuring, finance function support, and risk and governance. We aim to deliver data-driven insights, value-added assurance, and high-quality execution to help clients achieve their organizational goals and build sustainable businesses.

Role Overview

The Manager will support our Financial Accounting and Advisory Services team across various regions including Northeast, Northwest, Midlands, South, or London. Responsibilities include handling technical accounting, financial reporting, and business advisory projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Work on complex projects involving application of accounting standards such as FRS102, IFRS, and FRS101, including group reconstructions, GAAP conversions, and acquisition accounting.
2. Develop expertise in financial reporting and serve as a trusted advisor to clients.
3. Mentor and develop junior staff and contribute to business development efforts.
4. Provide exceptional client service and maintain regular communication.

Candidate Requirements

1. ACA qualified or equivalent.
2. Experience in UK GAAP and IFRS financial reporting.
3. Background in professional practice or providing written accounting advice to clients.
4. Strong project management and organizational skills.
5. Experience supervising and coaching junior staff.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

What We Offer

Our benefits include:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• 27 days of holiday, with options to purchase additional days.
• Wellbeing benefits covering health, financial tools, electric car scheme, and virtual GP access.
• Access to over 300 on-demand courses for professional development.