Financial Reporting Assistant Manager

  • CMA Recruitment Group
  • Southampton, Hampshire
  • Oct 07, 2026
Full time Banking

Job Description

Step into an influential Assistant Manager role within a leading accountancy and business advisory firm supporting ambitious, high-growth UK businesses. Operating across 17 locations and powered by over 6,500 dedicated professionals, our client champions entrepreneurial spirit and fuels the British economy. This role, based on a flexible hybrid working model, offers the chance to engage with a diverse portfolio of clients-from entrepreneurial SMEs to multinational groups-within a supportive, innovative environment that prioritises growth, collaboration, and excellence. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to shape your career alongside industry experts.

What will the Financial Reporting Assistant Manager role involve?
  • Managing a varied portfolio of clients, leading the delivery of year-end statutory accounts and financial reporting
  • Liaising confidently with audit teams-both internal and external-to ensure compliance and high-quality outputs
  • Reviewing junior team members' work, providing constructive feedback, and supporting their development
  • Assessing project resource needs, monitoring budget and timeline adherence, and resolving challenges proactively
  • Driving continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for additional client advisory services
  • Applying strong technical knowledge of FRS102, IFRS, and statutory reporting requirements to deliver tailored solutions
  • Acting as a key point of contact for clients and auditors, building lasting relationships based on trust and insight
  • Supporting team culture by promoting firm values, mentoring colleagues, and contributing to a collaborative work environment
Suitable Candidate for the Financial Reporting Assistant Manager vacancy:
  • ACA, ACCA qualified accountant or equivalent with practical experience in statutory accounts preparation and financial reporting
  • Solid understanding of applied accounting standards, including FRS102 and IFRS, complemented by strong analytical skills
  • Confident communicator able to build professional relationships and engage effectively with clients and colleagues at all levels
  • Proactive and organised, able to manage multiple priorities and work independently while collaborating across teams
  • Comfortable navigating complex technical queries and conducting research to deliver clear, practical solutions
  • Commercially aware, with an ability to grasp client business models, identify opportunities, and contribute to engagement profitability
  • Skilled in mentoring junior staff and fostering a positive, inclusive team culture
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Caseware or similar accounts production software is advantageous but not essential
Additional benefits and information for the role of Financial Reporting Assistant Manager:
  • Flexible hybrid working supporting work-life balance and productivity
  • Extensive learning and development programmes tailored to support career progression within a national firm
  • Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and mutual respect
  • Access to cutting-edge collaboration tools and resources to enhance performance and connectivity
  • Opportunities to engage with a wide network of professionals across sectors and service lines
  • Comprehensive employee benefits including bonus potential, agile working, and wellbeing initiatives

Salary dependent on experience