Location Bolton

Job Details THE BUSINESS AAB is a tech-enabled business critical services group providing audit and accounting, tax, payroll and HR, outsourcing and advisory solutions globally. We help our clients manage the critical elements of their business – its people and its finances – by providing resources and technology that ensure things run smoothly no matter what hurdles they encounter.

THE TEAM At AAB we pride ourselves on providing everyone with an inspiring career opportunity. Our culture keeps the layers simple and the relationship personal. We know that our success is down to one thing, our people, and we make sure looking after our people is at the heart of everything we do.

Does AAB sound like a good fit for you? We currently have an opening for a Business Advisory Assistant Manager to join our Business Advisory team.

THE ROLE Business Advisory Assistant Manager – Bolton Purpose Of The Role/key Responsibilities

• Support the team in all aspects of a client portfolio working alongside the client engagement team ensuring all client deadlines and demands are met
• Take ownership of client portfolio, which may include year end and management accounts, budgets and forecasts for selected clients
• Managing and developing relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction with services provided and identifying opportunities to support clients
• Displaying effective communication with clients and colleagues;
• Take ownership and responsibility for delivery of all aspects of client accounting work from start to finish, on budget, liaising with other departments to agree timescales and plan performance of work and act to ensure delivery by all agreed deadlines
• Perform work as may be required, oversee the finalisation of all accounts, produce detailed reports and ensure all client queries are answered on a timely basis
• Maintain and develop technical knowledge, undertaking research of new legislation, identifying opportunities for clients and advising accordingly
• Participating in tenders/proposals for new work as required.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of GAAP and Accounting standards – in particular FRS 102 1A

Experience And Skill Set Required For The Role

• Relevant professional qualification (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) - or qualified by experience
• Previous experience of working in a similar role
• Candidates will be required to have a good working knowledge of clients accounting systems such as Xero
• Experience of handling a client portfolio
• Experience of training junior members of the team
• Experience of technical compliance and advisory work
• Experience in utilising technology, cloud accounting software and implementing client-driven solutions

At AAB you will have tremendous opportunities that will meet your career aspirations, working in a progressive, energetic and stimulating environment alongside supportive and engaging professional teammates.

AAB Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Disclaimer Unsolicited CVs sent to AAB by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this position. AAB operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our recruitment partners.

Salary Competitive