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Audit & Advisory Assistant Manager

Hays
Guildford
1 week ago
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Join a high-profile, vibrant team that includes industry-recognised individuals and subject-matter experts, where talent and hard work are recognised and there is no glass ceiling.You will be able to work with fast-moving entrepreneurial businesses, complex international groups and famous brands, from very central but modern London offices and a brand-new site in Surrey.
Your new role
The entry point into this growth business advisory firm is at Assistant Manager level, within the Audit, Assurance and Accounts team.You will work closely with dynamic Directors and partners, using the latest technology and AI to deliver engagements and projects for clients in specialist sectors including media, gaming, and pharmaceuticals, including:

  • Audits from engagement to findings meetings.
  • Financial reporting to UK and international standards
  • Consolidation of group accounts and review of corporate tax and VAT.
  • Due diligence and modelling in relation to acquisitions and restructuring.

You will also have:An active involvement in supporting junior team members with the Audit, Assurance and Accounts team through a structured development programme.And, a high degree of client-facing work from portfolio management to business development and marketing.
What you'll need to succeed
Where you aim to fast track your career to Partnership or a Senior Commercial Finance position, this is an ideal role to build upon your strong academic record and Chartered Accountancy (ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent) qualification.An engaging, determined and confident personality, excellent communication and tech skills.Strong time, team and client management skills and a desire to work hard to play hard.
What you'll get in return

  • Above-market rate salary and benefit package.
  • Flexible, hybrid working, flexible office base, excellent working environment.
  • Defined career progression within a supportive and focussed team.
  • Comprehensive health and financial benefit package and flex holiday options.


What you need to do now
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