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Accounts & Advisory Assistant Manager


Company : Hays


Location : Guildford, England


Created : 2025-12-16


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Description Recently Qualified ACA? Fancy Doing More Than Just Churning Out Accounts?If you've just qualified and are wondering whether there's more to life than ticking boxes and reconciling spreadsheets-there isYour new companyA Top 40 accountancy group with a strong heritage and a modern outlook is looking for an Assistant Manager to join their Business Services & Corporate Finance team in Guildford. You'll still need to know your debits from your credits (you'll be handling complex statutory accounting), but a big part of this role is supporting the Corporate Finance Director-so it's about adding value, not just balancing books.Your new roleYou'll be working on:Statutory accounts and consolidated reportingM&A support, due diligence, and valuationsStrategic advisory projectsManaging client relationships and mentoring juniorsWhat you'll need to succeedYou'll need:ACA/ACCA qualificationA bit of corporate finance experience (or a genuine interest in it)Solid technical statutory accounting skills and a curious mindThe ability to talk to clients like a human beingWhat's in it for you?What you'll get in returnHybrid working and a 35-hour weekA team that actually supports your developmentA firm that's growing and investing in tech (and people)A culture that values initiative, not just inputWhat you need to do nowYou'll be based in Guildford, with the odd trip to London. If you're ready to step into something more advisory, more strategic-and more interesting-this could be your move.Email:Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.ukJBRP1_UKTJ