Financial and Strategic Advisory Manager

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial and Strategic Advisory Manager to join their growing team in Leeds. This role involves managing a diverse range of technical accounting and financial reporting assignments, providing essential support to clients while fostering the development of junior staff. You will lead complex projects, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS standards, all while delivering exceptional client service. This position not only offers the chance to work on challenging projects but also provides opportunities for professional growth and skill development in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about making a significant impact in the field of financial advisory, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS accounting principles.
• Experience in financial reporting and providing accounting advice.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach junior team members in financial statement preparation.
• Lead complex accountancy projects and act as primary client contact.

Skills

UK GAAP

IFRS

Project Management

Financial Reporting

Coaching

Education

ACA Qualified

Equivalent Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Financial and Strategic Advisory Manager

We are searching for a Financial and Strategic Advisory Manager.

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 almost £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.

Overall Job Purpose

You will be a key member of the growing financial accounting advisory specialists national team. You will be responsible for working on a broad range of technical accounting, financial reporting, and business advisory assignments. As a manager, you would be expected to complete technically challenging projects. This includes the practical application of accounting standards under FRS 102, IFRS, and FRS 101, group reconstructions and accounting considerations, conversion to different GAAPs, technical accounting papers, and acquisition accounting support.

The role also involves managing the preparation of statutory accounts under IFRS and FRS 101.

The department's fast growth will create opportunities to develop further skill sets, including business development and coaching junior staff. It also offers the chance to work with colleagues and businesses across the UK and support your local office.

A strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS accounting principles is essential.

Responsibilities

1. Supervision and coaching of junior team members in the preparation of financial statements compliant with FRS 102, FRS 101, IFRS, and other relevant standards.
2. Leading complex accountancy projects for clients, such as IFRS transition consultancy or support on acquisition accounting and complex consolidations.
3. Acting as a primary contact with clients, communicating issues promptly, and suggesting solutions.
4. Managing a portfolio of clients and projects, including client care, project management, and WIP/billing.
5. Practicing excellent client service principles, involving significant client contact.
6. Liaising with other departments, especially audit and tax teams, to meet deadlines and resolve issues.
7. Coaching junior team members and participating in staff training and supervision, with potential line management responsibilities depending on experience.
8. Willingness to travel to client premises; however, most work is office-based within our growing team.

Personal and Professional Qualities

The role requires:

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

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Type: Experienced hire, Permanent

Location: Leeds

Area: Accounting & Business Advisory