We are partnering with a well established independent professional firm to recruit an Assistant Manager for their accounts and financial reporting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys supervising others and ensuring the timely, accurate delivery of financial statements.
Role description
You will lead a small team of accountants and bookkeepers at various levels based in Guernsey. The role involves overseeing the team’s workload, ensuring financial statements are delivered accurately, on time and in a cost effective way. You will provide guidance, support and supervision to the team and work closely with senior management to maintain high standards of quality and compliance.
Key responsibilities:
* Supervise and mentor a team of accountants and bookkeepers and oversee their daily workflow
* Ensure financial statements are prepared accurately and delivered within agreed deadlines
* Monitor budgets and costs associated with the team’s work and ensure efficiency
* Review work produced by the team to ensure it meets the required quality standards
* Liaise with senior management to report on progress, issues and improvements
* Implement process improvements to enhance accuracy and timeliness
* Support training and development of junior team members
Requirements:
* Qualified accountant (for example ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with at least one year post qualification experience
* Experience of supervising or managing a small team
* Strong technical accounting skills and experience with financial statement preparation
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
* Ability to work independently and manage workflow remotely
* Good communication skills both written and verbal
If you are keen to discuss this role in more detail, please contact Lottie Ruffel lruffel@kgglobal.co.uk