Assistant Manager – Accounts and Financial Reporting

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 descriptionYou 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 workflowEnsure financial statements are prepared accurately and delivered within agreed deadlinesMonitor budgets and costs associated with the team’s work and ensure efficiencyReview work produced by the team to ensure it meets the required quality standardsLiaise with senior management to report on progress, issues and improvementsImplement process improvements to enhance accuracy and timelinessSupport training and development of junior team membersRequirements:Qualified accountant (for example ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with at least one year post qualification experienceExperience of supervising or managing a small teamStrong technical accounting skills and experience with financial statement preparationExcellent organisational skills and attention to detailAbility to work independently and manage workflow remotelyGood communication skills both written and verbalIf you are keen to discuss this role in more detail, please contact Lottie Ruffel

Created: 2025-10-14