Accounting & Financial Reporting Manager

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 big ambitions - we have 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

Consulting brings together multiple teams across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, Accounting, Advisory 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 over £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.

We are looking for an Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager who will support within our Accounting and Financial Reporting team in our Manchester office. Managing the statutory compliance of a portfolio of clients, and providing accounting support, for large and medium companies. Acting for clients across a range of industries including consumer, technology and PE backed entities, you will build effective relationships with Partners and Directors to lead as a trusted advisor to a wealth of clients.

• Managing a portfolio of clients, always providing a premium service, whilst taking an active role in the growth of the department through the identification of opportunities and associated business development activities.
• Providing support and advisory services to our clients including supporting our clients through their audit process.
• Having a strong awareness of IFRS, FRS102 and Companies Act reporting requirements.
• Managing the working capital of projects, including budgeting, cost management, billing and debt recoverability.
• Managing relevant AFR teams’ performance, ensuring appropriate objectives set and development plans in place for junior members.

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/ACCA fully qualified, with at least three years PQE and one year experience of managing a full portfolio of clients.
• Strong technical skills.
• Experience of using accounting software.
• In depth understanding of UK financial reporting requirements.
• Experience as a Line Manager with advanced coaching and development skills.
• Well-developed people skills to relate to clients and colleagues.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• At least 3 days present in the office each week to support colleagues face to face.

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• 27 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days)
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.

At RSM we work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. We support all our people to work flexibly, to manage their family and other responsibilities alongside their work commitments; we believe this is key to achieving an inspiring and fulfilling working environment.