Accounting Insight and Advisory Assistant Manager

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Overview

As one of the world’s largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

At RSM, our consulting team brings together diverse advisory experts to deliver our six core solutions: business transformation, deal services, forensic, restructuring, finance function support, and risk and governance. Our solutions address the needs of clients as they strive to achieve aspirations and organizational goals, including global expansion, acquisition strategies, private equity investments, and board-level risk and governance management. We provide data-driven insights, value-added assurance, and high-quality execution to help clients build sustainable, future-fit businesses.

We are embarking on ambitious growth plans and offer diverse career opportunities. We are committed to enhancing our six solutions, expanding our team, embracing a digital-first approach, strengthening our global presence, and building strong client relationships.

Role Description

Join our growing national Finance Function Support team, focusing on private businesses in the Southern region. As an Assistant Manager, you’ll support the wider team and assist Managers to deliver work across a portfolio of SME corporate clients, focusing on annual compliance needs, applying UK GAAP (FRS 102 and FRS 105), and solving day-to-day issues clients face across a wide variety of industries. This fast-growing team offers opportunities to develop skills in business development, coaching, and cross-service collaboration across the UK.

What You’ll Do

• Play a vital role in shaping client success, driving team performance, and contributing to the growth of the Finance Function Support team across the Northern region.
• Play a vital role in shaping client success, driving team performance, and contributing to the growth of the Finance Function Support team across the Southern region.
• Support Managers in delivering a premium service and high-quality outcomes to SME clients.
• Work within agreed budgets, contributing to job profitability and efficient delivery.
• Manage a portfolio of clients, overseeing project timelines, billing, and client care.
• Build strong, trusted relationships and act as a key point of contact.
• Proactively identify and communicate issues, offering practical solutions.
• Lead and supervise assignments when required, ensuring smooth execution.
• Train and mentor junior team members, providing guidance and constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with audit and tax teams to meet deadlines and resolve key issues.
• Develop knowledge of our specialist services and identify opportunities to add value.
• Stay up to date with technical developments and meet training requirements.

What We Are Looking For

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you.

• ACA qualified or equivalent.
• UK GAAP experience – FRS 102 and FRS 105.
• Experience of working in a professional practice, ideally in an equivalent accounting advisory team.
• A strong understanding of UK financial reporting requirements.

What We Can Offer You

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package to support you both in and out of work.

• Hybrid and Flexible working.
• 26 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days).
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing benefits including financial tools, electric car scheme, and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our in-house Talent Development team.

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

We aim to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true selves to work. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights, helping us understand our clients’ needs. We are committed to a culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales
• Industries: Accounting

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