Assistant Manager, Accounts and Business Advisory

Guildford Permanent £60,000 - £65,000 per year View Job Description
The Assistant Manager, Accounts and Business Advisory will play a vital role in providing high-quality accounting and advisory services to clients within the business services industry. This position is based in Guildford, offering an excellent opportunity to work with a skilled team in a supportive environment.
  • Assistant Manager, Accounts & Business Advisory
  • Top 50 accountancy firm in Guildford

About Our Client

This organisation is a well-established firm within the accountancy industry, known for its expertise in providing accounting and finance solutions. Operating as a medium-sized company, it offers an engaging work environment where professionals can thrive and grow.

Job Description

  • Manage a small portfolio of clients with a view that this will grow over time
  • Preparation and review of financial accounts for limited companies, groups, partnerships, and more
  • Preparation and review of year end working paper files and assisting auditors
  • Manage and prepare the timely and accurate consolidation of financial accounting for groups.
  • Reviewing financial accounts and files prepared by junior colleagues
  • Engaging directly with clients to support the Director with advisory work in corporate finance matters such as due diligence and company valuations
  • Manage detailed variance analysis, forecasting, budgeting and management reporting with comments.
  • Manage the day-to-day client relationship to ensure the client receives a dedicated service
  • Take ownership of assignments from initial briefing to presentation of final reports
  • Contribute to how the Accounts team is managed
  • Ensuring suitable training and supervision of junior members of the team is in place
  • Staying up to date with changes in accounting and auditing standards, ensuring best practices are followed.
  • Contributing to the firm's strategy and growth initiatives, including process improvements and business development.



The Successful Applicant

  • ACCA/ACA qualified
  • Education to degree level or equivalent
  • 5 GCSEs or equivalent to include Mathematics and English
  • Experience working in an accountancy practice
  • Strong knowledge of accounting standards is essential
  • An interest in corporate finance and business advisory work
  • Experience of working on consolidated and Charities' accounts desirable
  • Experience of CCH Accounts Production, Silverfin and Xero accounting software desirable
  • Good IT knowledge and skills, particularly Excel



What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary in the range of £60000 to £65000 per annum.
  • A permanent position in a reputable company within the business services industry.
  • Opportunities to develop your career in accounting and finance.
  • A supportive and collaborative work culture in Guildford.
  • Hybrid working (2 days per week as a minimum in the office).
Contact
Ryan Leggett
Quote job ref
JN-062025-6758275
Phone number
+44 162 260 4518

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Newly Qualified
Sector
Financial Services
Location
Guildford
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ryan Leggett
Consultant phone
+44 162 260 4518
Job reference
JN-062025-6758275