Financial Reporting Team (FRT) Assistant Manager bei Kreston Reeves
Kreston Reeves · Canterbury, Vereinigtes Königreich · Hybrid
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Canterbury
We’re looking for a technically strong and motivated Assistant Manager to join our dedicated Financial Reporting Team (FRT), part of our wider Accounts service line. This role is currently internally focused, supporting our Audit teams by delivering high-quality accounts for audit. However, as we prepare to take the FRT offering to market, there is significant opportunity to expand into large, complex external assignments and work directly with external auditors.
You’ll manage a portfolio of financial reporting matters, support junior team members, and play a key role in maintaining high standards and timely delivery.
This is a fast-paced, technically demanding role ideal for someone with experience in preparing complex accounts and reviewing work to ensure accuracy and compliance.
This is a fast-paced, technically demanding role ideal for someone with experience in preparing complex accounts and reviewing work to ensure accuracy and compliance.
About the role
• Manage a portfolio of financial reporting matters for audit
• Plan and prioritise assignments in line with internal standards
• Prepare and review technically complex accounts, including consolidations
• Supervise and support seniors, semi-seniors, and assistants
• Provide feedback and training to junior team members
• Act as a key contact for Audit teams, ensuring smooth collaboration
• Monitor progress and manage expectations around deadlines and quality
• Contribute to process improvements and team development
• Contribute to our go to market strategy
What we're looking for
- Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting and accounts preparation
- Experience preparing complex accounts including:-
- IFRS/FRS 101/FRS 102/Global consolidations
- Experience in reviewing simple accounts and identifying complex technical areas
- Proven ability to supervise and develop junior team members
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
- Experience in using Caseware for accounts production, including the ability to edit and adapt templates and add bespoke reports and notes to financial statements
What we can offer
- Financial wellbeing – competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Income Protection Scheme and Perks at Work discounts and rewards.
- Leave – 25.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying Mental wellbeing – hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, Employee Assistance Programme and counselling
- Physical wellbeing –Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and an annual flu jab.
- Recognition – monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
- Development – we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses
- Diversity, inclusion and belonging – we operate several family-friendly policies and take proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
- ESG – give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
- Travel – other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan
At Kreston Reeves, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. We understand that everyone has unique needs, and we strive to accommodate them through reasonable adjustments. Whether it's adapting work environments, providing assistive technologies, or modifying processes, we are dedicated to supporting our employees in realising their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in our recruitment process or thrive in your role, please don't hesitate to reach out by emailing [email protected]. Please remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request. Your success is important to us, and we're here to ensure a supportive and inclusive experience for all.
