RSM is one of the world’s leading networks of audit, tax, and consulting firms, dedicated to helping middle-market businesses succeed through innovative solutions and premium service. As a fast-growing firm with ambitious goals, we strive to become the premier adviser to the middle market on a global scale. Our vision motivates us to improve continually, making RSM a great place for those looking to build a meaningful career and make a lasting impact.

Assistant Manager – Accounting & Financial Reporting Advisory

Job Overview

RSM is one of the world’s leading networks of audit, tax, and consulting firms, dedicated to helping middle-market businesses succeed through innovative solutions and premium service. As a fast-growing firm with ambitious goals, we strive to become the premier adviser to the middle market on a global scale. Our vision motivates us to improve continually, making RSM a great place for those looking to build a meaningful career and make a lasting impact.

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About the Team

Our Consulting division unites multiple teams—including Transactions, Risk & Consulting, Accounting and Business Advisory (ABA), and Outsourcing—to deliver client-focused solutions tailored for our middle-market clientele. With over 1,700 professionals contributing to nearly £200 million in revenue, our Consulting team is integral to the firm’s growth.

We offer six key solutions to our clients: business transformation, deal services, finance function support, risk and governance, forensic and investigative services, and restructuring. These solutions are designed to create a customized approach that supports our clients in achieving their strategic objectives while empowering our team members to make a significant impact and develop their unique career paths.

Overall Job Purpose

As an Assistant Manager, you will play a vital role in the expanding national financial reporting advisory team, focusing on clients within Scotland’s central belt. You will support the wider team and assist managers in profitably delivering services across a portfolio of corporate clients. Your work will involve technical accounting, financial reporting, and consolidations, including applying accounting standards such as FRS 102, IFRS, and FRS 101, managing group reconstructions, and providing support for acquisition accounting. Additionally, you will prepare or oversee the preparation of statutory accounts under IFRS and FRS 101.

The rapid growth of the department offers opportunities to develop skills in business development and coaching junior staff. You will collaborate with a diverse range of colleagues and clients across the UK while supporting your local office. A strong grasp of UK GAAP and IFRS accounting principles is essential, as financial reporting advisory projects typically culminate in detailed reports, requiring excellent report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Project Support: Assist managers in delivering complex accounting projects, such as IFRS transition consultancy or acquisition accounting and consolidations.
• Technical Knowledge Development: Maintain an advanced understanding of technical accounting through continuous learning and professional development, staying updated on the firm’s services and publications.
• Client Communication: Act as the primary contact for clients, addressing any issues or concerns and collaborating with managers to devise solutions.
• Portfolio Management: Oversee a portfolio of clients and projects, ensuring high-quality client service, project management, and efficient billing.
• Interdepartmental Liaison: Work closely with other departments, particularly audit and tax teams, to meet deadlines and resolve issues promptly.
• Team Development: Mentor junior team members and participate in training and supervision. Depending on your experience, this role may include line management responsibilities.
• Travel Requirements: Be prepared to travel to client locations, although a significant portion of the work will likely be office-based.

Personal and Professional Qualities

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Qualifications: ICAS or equivalent qualification.
• Experience: UK GAAP and IFRS financial reporting experience; prior work in a professional practice, ideally within an accounting advisory team; experience providing written accounting advice to clients.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK financial reporting requirements.
• Commercial Awareness: Ability to add value through commercial insight.
• Skills: Excellent project management, organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Client Interaction: Experience working directly with clients and supervising junior staff.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we strive to cultivate a sense of belonging, ensuring individuals from all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Our diverse clientele inspires us to reflect that diversity within our teams, enhancing our understanding of client needs. Diverse teams foster a wider range of ideas and insights, and we are committed to building a firm culture that embraces differences and promotes inclusion.

We work diligently to create an environment where our employees can make a meaningful difference—to themselves, their careers, their teams, and the success of our firm and clients. We encourage flexible working arrangements to help our people balance their personal responsibilities with work commitments, fostering an inspiring and fulfilling workplace.

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