Accounting and Financial Reporting Assistant
As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.
Make an impact at RSM
Consulting brings together multiple teams across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA, and Outsourcing to provide client-centric solutions for RSM’s current and future clients within the middle market. Our Consulting team has a major role to play in driving forward the growth of the firm with over 1,700 people delivering almost £200m revenue.
At the heart of Consulting are the six solutions we offer our clients: business transformation, deal services, finance function support, risk and governance, forensic and investigation services, and restructuring. Our solutions create an enhanced tailored approach to support our clients in achieving their strategic goals and empower our people to make an impact and develop their own unique career path.
This role will support the Outsourcing Senior in preparing and maintaining client accounts and assisting in the Outsourcing Division: processing purchase ledger invoices, expenses and their payment; Bank reconciliations and other ad-hoc duties.
You'll make an impact by:
* Processing of accounting records including cash book, purchase ledger, sales ledger and nominal ledger
* Preparing of bank reconciliations.
* Arranging for bank payments and transfers and banking of client receipts
* Liaising with third parties on behalf of clients e.g. insurance companies, banks
* Providing administrative support to the team
* Producing accurate accounting records and other work set (attention to detail/quality, managing self).
* Ensuring client and statutory deadlines are met.
* Providing high quality service to all clients.
What we are looking for:
Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you!
We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:
* A good standard of education with GSCE English and Maths or equivalent.
* Self-motivated and organised.
* Good communication skills, both written and verbal with an ability to liaise with people at all levels.
* Good working knowledge of Excel.
* Knowledge of accounting principles and systems.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Able to work well with peers to assist in achieving common goals.
* Able to work with minimum supervision.
What we can offer you:
We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.
* Hybrid and flexible working
* 25 days holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days)
* Lifestyle, health, and wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP
* Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse talent development team