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Assistant Financial Controller / Financial Controller \n Permanent, full-time | Fully office-based \n Monday–Friday, 9.00am–5.30pm \n Fresh People is recruiting an Assistant Financial Controller / Financial Controller for an established accountancy and advisory firm in Canterbury. \n Joining the firm’s internal finance team, you will take a hands-on role in financial reporting, control and day-to-day finance operations. Working closely with senior management, you will provide accurate financial information and meaningful analysis to support business decisions. \n The role \n\n • Prepare monthly management accounts, including reconciliations, variance analysis and commentary.\n, • Produce management information and support the preparation of Board papers and senior stakeholder presentations.\n, • Manage cashflow forecasting, banking and treasury activities.\n, • Oversee purchase and sales ledgers, payment runs and financial controls.\n, • Support annual budgets and forecasts, monitoring performance and highlighting risks and opportunities.\n, • Assist with year-end accounts and external audit requirements.\n, • Guide finance colleagues and improve reporting, systems and processes.\n\n About you \n\n • Fully ACA or ACCA qualified.\n, • Experience as a Financial Controller, Assistant Financial Controller, Finance Manager or an experienced Management Accountant ready to progress.\n, • Strong management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and cashflow experience.\n, • Confident interpreting financial results and explaining them to senior stakeholders.\n, • Comfortable combining detailed operational work with broader financial analysis.\n, • Strong Excel skills and experience using accounting systems.\n, • Organised, accurate and proactive, with the ability to manage deadlines and support colleagues.\n\n Experience within accountancy, professional services or a comparable service-led business would be advantageous. \n This position is fully office-based in Canterbury, so applicants must be able to commute daily. \n To apply \n Please submit your CV to Fresh People for a confidential discussion.

The role of Accounts and Audit Assistant Manager offers an excellent opportunity to utilise your accounting expertise within the professional services industry. Based in Canterbury, this position focuses on delivering high-quality audit and accounting solutions to a diverse client base. \n Client Details \n This professional services firm is a well-established, medium-sized organisation with a strong presence in the accounting and finance sector. They are known for their commitment to providing exceptional services to their clients, fostering professional growth, and offering a supportive working environment. \n Description \n\n • Oversee and manage audit engagements from planning to completion, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.\n, • Prepare and review financial statements for a range of clients, ensuring accuracy and adherence to statutory requirements.\n, • Support and develop junior team members by providing guidance, training, and constructive feedback.\n, • Maintain strong client relationships, addressing queries and offering tailored financial advice.\n, • Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to the firm's service offerings.\n, • Collaborate with other departments to provide a seamless client experience.\n, • Assist with the preparation of management accounts and tax computations as required.\n, • Ensure all work is completed within deadlines and budget constraints.\n\n Profile \n A successful Accounts and Audit Assistant Manager should have: \n \n\n • Professional qualifications in accounting (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).\n, • Experience in auditing within the professional services industry.\n, • Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and regulations.\n, • Proficiency in using accounting software and tools.\n, • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.\n, • Strong communication skills for client interaction and team collaboration.\n, • A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Competitive salary in the range of £48000 to £58000, depending on experience.\n, • Generous holiday allowance to support a healthy work-life balance.\n, • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.\n, • A supportive and collaborative company culture.\n, • Conveniently based in Canterbury, with access to local amenities and transport links.\n\n

Job Title: Financial Controller (Contract) \n Location: Kent Contract Length: 4-months Sector: Manufacturing Start Date: Immediate Reporting To: Finance Director / Managing Director \n Role Overview \n We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join a well-established manufacturing business in Kent on an initial 4-month contract. This is a hands-on role, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and supporting senior management with timely financial insight during a busy operational period. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Full ownership of the finance function, managing month-end close and statutory reporting\n, • Preparation and review of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis\n, • Cash flow forecasting, monitoring working capital and stock valuation\n, • Budgeting, forecasting, and supporting commercial decision-making\n, • Oversight of cost control within a manufacturing environment, including BOMs and standard costing\n, • Management of balance sheet reconciliations and fixed assets\n, • Ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards and internal controls\n, • Liaison with external accountants, auditors, and other stakeholders as required\n, • Supporting and mentoring junior finance staff (where applicable)\n, • Identifying process improvements and efficiencies within finance operations\n\n Skills & Experience Required \n\n • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) or Qualified-by-Experience\n, • Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager\n, • Strong background within manufacturing or production-based environments\n, • Excellent understanding of cost accounting and inventory control\n, • Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems\n, • Ability to work autonomously and deliver under tight deadlines\n, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills\n\n Personal Attributes \n\n • Hands-on, pragmatic, and delivery-focused\n, • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment\n, • Strong attention to detail with a commercial mindset\n, • Adaptable and confident stepping into a short-term contract role\n\n

Temporary Financial Accountant \n Location: Kent / Hybrid Contract: Temporary / Interim Rate: £28 - £38 per hour PAYE (£225 - £300 per day equivalent) Start Date: Immediate \n Financial Accountant \n Reed Accountancy & Finance are recruiting for experienced Financial Accountants to support clients through year-end, audit and statutory reporting projects. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Statutory accounts preparation.\n, • Month-end and year-end reporting.\n, • Balance sheet reconciliations.\n, • Fixed asset accounting.\n, • VAT reporting.\n, • Liaising with auditors.\n, • Maintaining financial controls.\n, • Technical accounting support.\n\n About You \n\n • Qualified accountant preferred.\n, • Strong technical accounting experience.\n, • Previous statutory reporting exposure.\n, • Excellent attention to detail.\n\n Reed Accountancy & Finance are recruiting on behalf of a number of clients across Kent and the South East. These assignments vary in length and may lead to longer-term opportunities. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are immediately available or becoming available within the next few weeks, we would be delighted to hear from you. \n

Temporary Management Accountant \n Location: Kent Contract: Temporary / Interim Rate: £25 - £35 per hour PAYE (£200 - £280 per day equivalent) Start Date: Immediate \n Management Accountant \n Reed Accountancy & Finance are currently recruiting for experienced Management Accountants to support a range of businesses across Kent on temporary and interim assignments. \n These opportunities are ideal for finance professionals who are immediately available or available at short notice and have experience supporting month-end processes, management reporting and business performance analysis. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Production of monthly management accounts.\n, • Posting journals, accruals and prepayments.\n, • Balance sheet reconciliations.\n, • Variance analysis and commentary.\n, • Budgeting and forecasting support.\n, • Cash flow reporting.\n, • KPI reporting and financial analysis.\n, • Business partnering with operational managers.\n, • Supporting year-end audit processes.\n\n About You \n\n • Qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience.\n, • Previous management accounting experience.\n, • Strong Excel skills.\n, • Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.\n\n Reed Accountancy & Finance are recruiting on behalf of a number of clients across Kent and the South East. These assignments vary in length and may lead to longer-term opportunities. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are immediately available or becoming available within the next few weeks, we would be delighted to hear from you. \n . \n

Reporting to the Group CFO, the Financial Controller will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and strong governance across the business. Alongside leading a capable finance team, you will work closely with operational stakeholders to drive financial understanding, improve performance, and support key business initiatives. \n Client Details \n Our client is a well-established and highly successful business operating within a fast-paced, product-led environment. With ambitious growth plans and a strong market position, the business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the finance function, strengthen financial controls, and provide commercial insight to support strategic decision-making. \n Description \n\n • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.\n, • Lead the monthly management accounts process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.\n, • Deliver insightful financial analysis and commentary on performance against budget, forecast, and prior year results.\n, • Maintain full ownership of the balance sheet, ensuring reconciliations are completed and reviewed monthly.\n, • Partner with operational teams to improve financial awareness, cost control, and margin performance.\n, • Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.\n, • Manage the relationship with external auditors and ensure the business remains audit-ready throughout the year.\n, • Oversee all statutory reporting requirements, including VAT, corporation tax, and other regulatory submissions.\n, • Own and develop the company cashflow forecasting model, identifying risks and opportunities.\n, • Support strategic decision-making through investment appraisal and business case analysis.\n, • Review and approve payment runs and treasury activities.\n, • Drive process efficiencies and enhancements across finance and the wider business.\n\n Profile \n The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with proven leadership experience and a strong background in financial control within a manufacturing, distribution, or stock-intensive environment. \n \n Please note this position is site based Monday to Friday. \n \n You will have: \n\n • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.\n, • May consider a strong QBE with hands on Manufacturing, Engineering or Construction experience.\n, • Minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience.\n, • Previous experience leading and developing finance teams.\n, • Strong management accounting, financial reporting, and balance sheet control experience.\n, • Experience within a manufacturing or stock-based business environment.\n, • Excellent commercial awareness and business partnering skills.\n, • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities, with the confidence to influence at all levels.\n, • Experience of ERP systems and finance process improvement initiatives.\n, • A proactive, hands-on approach combined with strong attention to detail.\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Annual Holiday allowance of 25 days (plus 8 days bank holidays)\n, • 4 times death in service life assurance\n, • Defined Contribution Pension\n, • Access to a salary sacrifice EV Leasing scheme\n\n If you're interested in this role, apply now. \n \n People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best. \n

We are driven to do more. More for our customers and the financial professionals who offer our products. If you are driven to do more and love the challenge of pursuing more, Athene is your kind of company. You will find we offer more than the basics to create an inclusive and dynamic work environment at our various locations. Athene’s Corporate Development and Flow Reinsurance teams play an important role in advancing the company’s growth through the development, analysis, execution and ongoing management of reinsurance transactions. As AVP, Corporate Development, you will help lead complex global reinsurance opportunities from initial evaluation and structuring through negotiation, execution and post-close management. You will operate at the intersection of insurance, finance, actuarial analysis and transaction execution, partnering with senior leaders, counterparties and teams across Athene. Through Athene’s relationship with Apollo, you will work within a scaled and innovative retirement services platform with opportunities to help shape transactions and solutions that support Athene’s continued growth. Success requires strong judgment, intellectual curiosity, adaptability, a bias for action and a commitment to Athene’s BEAM values. • Lead and / or support all phases of a transaction process, from initial target identification through bidding, transaction structuring, contract negotiation, closing and post-close refresh., • Lead management of third-party reinsurance clients, including ongoing discussions on industry trends, new and existing products, rate setting strategies, rate communications and additional business opportunities with clients., • Lead the preparation of internal deal documents such as the Transaction Memorandum and materials for the management approval process; develop and present materials for a variety of audiences (e.g., senior management, Board of Directors, potential counterparties)., • Manage projects with appropriate oversight, collaborate with other business units, and maintain third party business relationships; work collaboratively with peers and manage or mentor less experienced staff., • Analyze due diligence materials including Actuarial appraisals, Confidential Information memoranda, policy forms, product specifications and projected cash flows; contribute to the development of structure, inputs, and assumptions for transactions., • Drive the documentation of internal controls and develop and implement policies and procedures to promote more rigorous transaction review; support other process improvements which help to improve quality and effectiveness of deliverables., • Research and be able to summarize and explain actuarial concepts and regulations; stay abreast of proposed and newly implemented actuarial guidelines, capital market and insurance industry activities and trends which could impact deal valuation., • Maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality; some travel will be required., • 8+ years of relevant experience in corporate development, reinsurance, insurance, investment banking or financial services, including 4+ years of formal or informal leadership, with significant insurance-sector experience or relevant experience, preferred., • Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Economics, Finance or related field, preferred., • Experience with financial analysis of annuities and/or life insurance; strong understanding of global accounting and regulatory regimes., • Designation from a professional actuarial or financial organization preferred., • Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage several projects; exhibit dedication to completing tasks thoroughly and on time, including under time pressures and outside normal working hours., • Strong collaboration abilities with broader organizational leadership; demonstrated leadership qualities; ability to interact with executive management, directors and counterparty management., • Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to view “big picture”, understand broad corporate impacts, and focus on company objectives., • Advanced user of Microsoft Office suite, with the ability to embed good organization and high levels of flexibility and auditability in large projects. Annual Salary for this role is market competitive. Actual salary for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Depending on the role, a discretionary bonus plan or variable sales incentive may be included. Drive. Discipline. Confidence. Focus. Commitment. Learn more about working at Athene. Athene is a Military Friendly Employer! Learn more about how we support our Veterans. Athene is committed to inclusion and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Business Our client is a fast-growing, forward-thinking consultancy and product team dedicated to transforming finance operations. They help finance teams redesign and automate manual, messy processes using modern software, smart workflow design, and practical AI. Their mission is to help organisations move away from manual admin and toward a modern, exceptions-led way of working. The Role We are seeking a qualified accountant who thrives at the intersection of finance, systems, change, and delivery. This is not a traditional finance role, nor is it a pure project management position. Working closely with leadership, you will initially support live client workstreams, product development, and internal operations, progressively taking full ownership as the business scales. You will get under the bonnet of complex finance processes, turn ambiguous requirements into clear solutions, test outputs, and drive projects through to completion. Sometimes the solution will involve AI; often it will be better process design, clearer controls, or streamlined software workflows. Key Responsibilities Process Optimisation: Analyse client finance workflows, challenge existing practices, and design simpler, better-controlled alternatives. Requirements & Solution Design: Translate finance requirements into clear solution notes, acceptance criteria, and developer specifications. Testing & Quality Assurance: Plan and run User Acceptance Testing (UAT), ensuring outputs align with accounting standards and commercial expectations. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with developers to iterate rapidly on software and system fixes. Delivery & Operations: Lead client implementation workstreams and build internal operational framework standards (e.g., client onboarding, due diligence, compliance). Pattern Recognition: Identify repeated operational challenges that can be developed into reusable playbooks or scalable software features. Modern Tooling: Utilize AI and modern platforms to accelerate documentation, analysis, requirements gathering, and solution design. What We Are Looking For Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with strong foundational accounting knowledge. Delivery Track Record: Proven experience driving change, system improvements, or project delivery—not just contributing to them. Systems Mindset: Strong technical awareness to bridge the gap between finance teams and software developers. Stakeholder Management: Confidence working directly with clients and senior stakeholders. Problem-Solving Skills: A practical, commercial approach with comfort managing ambiguity and prioritizing effectively. Curiosity: Passion for exploring how finance can operate faster, smarter, and with less friction. Experience with UAT, systems implementations, low-code tools, SQL, Power Query, or modern AI development workflows is a plus, but not essential. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to join an ambitious business early and genuinely shape how solutions are built and delivered. If you love finance but don't want to spend the next decade closing ledgers or producing routine month-end reports, this role offers direct exposure to product decisions, modern finance tech, and strategic delivery. TPBN1_UKTJ

Assistant Financial Controller / Financial Controller STE Canterbury, Kent Monday Friday | Fully office based We are recruiting for an ACA or ACCA qualified Finance Professional for a broad and influential Assistant Financial Controller / Financial Controller opportunity within an established professional services business in Canterbury. This is a hands-on role combining financial control, management accounting and treasury with a higher level of management reporting and commercial insight. You will work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders, supporting both the day-to-day financial control of the business and the production of information used at senior and Board level. The Role Responsibilities will include: Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reporting Production and development of monthly Management Information (MI) Analysis of financial performance, including trends, variances, risks and opportunities Preparation of clear financial commentary for senior stakeholders Assisting with monthly Board papers and financial reporting packs Supporting the presentation and explanation of financial information at Partner and Board level Month-end processes including journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations Cashflow forecasting, banking and treasury activity Payment runs, BACS and wider transactional finance oversight Budgeting, forecasting and cost control Maintaining and improving financial controls and processes Supporting year-end accounts and external audit Providing guidance and oversight to members of the finance team Ad hoc analysis to support commercial and strategic decision-making About You Fully ACA or ACCA qualified Experienced in management accounting and financial control Confident producing monthly MI and senior management reporting packs Able to analyse financial performance and turn the numbers into meaningful commercial insight Experienced in contributing to Board, Executive or senior management reporting Comfortable preparing Board-level financial commentary and supporting papers Confident discussing financial performance with Partners, Directors and senior stakeholders Strong across month-end, management accounts, cashflow, banking and financial controls Experienced in budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis Highly proficient in Excel, with Xero and/or QuickBooks advantageous Previous experience within accountancy practice, legal, professional services or another partnership environment would be particularly attractive. This could suit an experienced Assistant Financial Controller ready for greater ownership and Board exposure, or an established Financial Controller looking for a broad, visible role working closely with senior decision-makers. In the first instance please forward your CV over to Fresh People for consideration TPBN1_UKTJ

Take ownership of varied treasury and partnership finance work within a busy, established and growing Canterbury practice. Financial Controller Canterbury, Kent Full Time, Permanent Highly competitive salary depending on experience Onsite Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.30pm About the Role An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to join our client's busy team, working within a well-established and growing Canterbury-based practice. Working within the treasury department, you will assist the Partners with a range of Partnership functions. Responsibilities Regular bank reconciliations and associated transactions. Posting transactions on both QuickBooks and Xero software. Month-end Management Accounts, including journals. Managing day-to-day transactions. Working closely with Treasury Partners to support cost control within budgets. Managing the workload and performance of Treasury team members. Preparing financial documents such as invoices, accounts payable and receivable. Preparing and making payment runs. Submitting BACS transactions. General accounts administration, including maintaining files. Other tasks as assigned and ad hoc work as requested. The Candidate The successful candidate should: Be at least AAT qualified. Have previous experience using accounting software, particularly QuickBooks and Xero. Have excellent verbal and written English, including a high level of grammar, spelling and punctuation. Be a self-motivated, logical thinker with a professional attitude. Have a high level of discretion and confidentiality. Have a keen eye for detail and the ability to remain accurate under pressure. Be able to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines, with strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate confidently with a wide range of people at all levels. Have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages. Have a minimum of 12 months' experience in a similar role. How to apply If you are a motivated, diligent individual looking for a new challenge and would like to explore this exciting opportunity further, our client would be delighted to hear from you. Click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents. Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies, please. Other Suitable Skills and Experience May Include: Financial Accountant, Management Accountant, Finance Manager, Treasury Accountant, Accounts Manager, Practice Accountant, Assistant Financial Controller, Senior Accounts Assistant, AAT Accountant, Finance Team Leader. TPBN1_UKTJ

Application Deadline: 16 October 2026 Department: External Audit Employment Type: Permanent Location: Canterbury DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL. BUILD YOUR CAREER. JOIN US AT AAB. AAB is a leading professional services firm operating across the UK, Ireland, and the USA. We specialise in the mid-market, supporting individuals, family businesses, and organisations with a full suite of services including audit, tax, corporate finance, payroll, people consultancy, and wealth management. With 1,000+ team members, we deliver expert support to clients all over the world. EVERYONE HAS THE AABILITY TO SUCCEED- WE'LL HELP YOU GET THERE. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We succeed together as one team, building strong client relationships through passion, empathy, and straightforward advice. That's what makes AAB different. We invest in brilliant talent across every area of the business, offering tailored training, professional qualifications, and continuous support to help you grow. Your growth matters to us. We'll give you the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to lead, learn, and make an impact. Guided by our six core values, we foster a culture where collaboration, trust, and enthusiasm thrive. AABSOLUTELY DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS At AAB, your career is what you make it. We are here to help you turn ambition into action, whether that's becoming a technical expert, a future leader, or someone who simply makes a difference every day. If you're ready to be part of a team that's united by purpose and driven by values, we'd love to hear from you. ESG COMMITMENT We take our responsibility seriously. From reducing our environmental impact, to supporting education through training and talent programmes, to giving back to our local communities with our charitable initiative ABBIE- ESG is part of who we are. ROLE PURPOSE Key duties & responsibilities: • Execute the planning, fieldwork and completion of audit assignments in line with internal processes, professional standards, budgets and deadlines., • Take responsibility for key aspects of audit engagements, managing delivery expectations and escalating issues at an early stage., • Identify and undertake more complex audit areas during fieldwork, seeking guidance where appropriate., • Review draft accounts and assist in resolving client queries., • Attend and actively contribute to audit planning, progress and clearance meetings., • Ensure audit work is completed accurately, efficiently and to the required quality standards., • Act as the client’s primary point of contact during audit fieldwork, building strong working relationships and providing ongoing support., • Support the management and development of a portfolio of clients., • Build strong professional relationships with clients and colleagues., • Deliver an efficient, proactive and responsive service to clients., • Identify opportunities where additional services may add value and introduce relevant specialists where appropriate., • Support the growth and retention of existing client relationships., • Manage work delegated to junior team members while retaining responsibility for overall delivery., • Coach, mentor and support less experienced colleagues., • Provide constructive feedback and encourage continuous development., • Demonstrate effective people management skills, including delegation, motivation and support., • Demonstrate an understanding of recoverability, budgets, WIP, lock-up and scope management., • Assist with fee preparation and undertake complex WIP analysis., • Contribute to the effective management of engagements to ensure profitability and efficiency., • Maintain strong technical accounting and audit knowledge., • Ensure compliance with the firm’s quality control procedures and professional standards., • Consult with Managers, Directors and Partners on technical and risk matters where appropriate., • Keep up to date with professional developments and continuing professional education requirements., • Participate in tenders, proposals and presentations for new work opportunities., • Support wider marketing and business development activities., • Help develop opportunities from existing client relationships., • Build professional networks that contribute to the growth of the firm and wider service line., • ACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent professional qualification., • Newly qualified candidates will be considered., • Previous experience in a similar audit role within practice., • Experience working directly with clients and managing stakeholder relationships., • Strong technical accounting and audit knowledge., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities to tight deadlines., • Experience supporting the management of a client portfolio., • Experience coaching and mentoring junior colleagues., • Exposure to business development and networking activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Application Deadline: 16 October 2026 Department: External Audit Employment Type: Permanent Location: Canterbury DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL. BUILD YOUR CAREER. JOIN US AT AAB. AAB is a leading professional services firm operating across the UK, Ireland, and the USA. We specialise in the mid-market, supporting individuals, family businesses, and organisations with a full suite of services including audit, tax, corporate finance, payroll, people consultancy, and wealth management. With 1,000+ team members, we deliver expert support to clients all over the world. EVERYONE HAS THE AABILITY TO SUCCEED- WE'LL HELP YOU GET THERE. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We succeed together as one team, building strong client relationships through passion, empathy, and straightforward advice. That's what makes AAB different. We invest in brilliant talent across every area of the business, offering tailored training, professional qualifications, and continuous support to help you grow. Your growth matters to us. We'll give you the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to lead, learn, and make an impact. Guided by our six core values, we foster a culture where collaboration, trust, and enthusiasm thrive. AABSOLUTELY DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS At AAB, your career is what you make it. We are here to help you turn ambition into action, whether that's becoming a technical expert, a future leader, or someone who simply makes a difference every day. If you're ready to be part of a team that’s united by purpose and driven by values, we'd love to hear from you. ESG COMMITMENT We take our responsibility seriously. From reducing our environmental impact, to supporting education through training and talent programmes, to giving back to our local communities with our charitable initiative ABBIE- ESG is part of who we are. Key duties & responsibilities: Client Portfolio Management • Manage a diverse portfolio of charity and not-for-profit clients., • Act as the primary day-to-day contact for clients, building strong and trusted relationships., • Develop a detailed understanding of clients' objectives, governance structures and operational challenges., • Maintain regular communication with client stakeholders, trustees and senior management teams. Audit Delivery • Lead audit engagements from planning through to completion and final sign-off., • Review audit files and financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting and auditing standards., • Manage audit budgets, timelines and resource allocation., • Ensure work is delivered to a high standard, on time and within agreed budgets., • Identify and address audit risks, ensuring appropriate actions and recommendations are made. Technical Expertise • Provide technical guidance on charity accounting, reporting and governance matters., • Maintain knowledge of Charity SORP requirements, audit regulations and sector developments., • Support clients with complex accounting and compliance matters., • Assist in resolving technical audit and financial reporting issues. Team Leadership & Development • Lead, coach and develop Audit Seniors, Auditors and Trainees., • Review work completed by junior team members and provide constructive feedback., • Support recruitment, onboarding and talent development initiatives., • Promote a positive, collaborative and high-performing team culture. Business Development • Identify opportunities to add value and strengthen client relationships., • Support the preparation of proposals, tenders and presentations., • Contribute to networking events, sector activities and business development initiatives., • Work collaboratively with colleagues across audit, tax and advisory service lines to deliver integrated client solutions. Risk & Quality Management • Ensure compliance with internal quality control procedures and risk management requirements., • Monitor engagement profitability and utilisation., • Support continuous improvement initiatives across audit processes and client service delivery., • Maintain the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct., • ACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent professional qualification, • Significant external audit experience gained within practice., • Experience working with charities, not-for-profit organisations, educational institutions or social enterprises., • Knowledge of Charity SORP and sector-specific reporting requirements., • Previous experience managing audit assignments and client relationships., • Strong understanding of audit methodology, financial reporting and regulatory requirements., • Experience leading and developing teams., • Excellent project management and organisational skills., • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities., • Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach. #J-18808-Ljbffr