Business Solutions Manager (Accounting) - #1783474

Overview of Firm

PKF is the 12th largest accountancy brand and the 12th largest audit practice in the UK. We are also an active member of PKF Global, an international network of legally independent accounting firms that gives us an on the ground presence in 150 countries around the world with access to more than 20,000 people across 440 offices globally.

We provide a full range of audit, accountancy, tax and advisory services, and are experts at simplifying complexity. We are particularly well-known for working with complex clients with challenging issues in fast-moving and highly technical areas, such as the insurance industry, the global capital markets and the not for profit sector. Our aim is to understand people, the organisations they run, and what matters to them, so we can simplify complexity and help them achieve their ambitions.

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Introduction to the Division

Business Services

We are the 2nd largest auditor of AIM listed companies and the 6th largest of all LSE companies with over 130 on either the Main Market or AIM. In the last 5 years we have grown significantly in the listed audit market by focussing on delivering consistent quality and making all our clients feel valued.

The team also work with a number of large, multinational private businesses across many sectors with varying regulatory and reporting requirements, and we have specialist knowledge of a range of industries – from natural resource companies, tech companies, professional practices and retailers.

You could be involved in the audit of any organisation from a listed company to working with owner-managed businesses. With every audit, you'll gain a deeper insight into each stage of the process, and a broader view of the businesses we work for. As your experience grows, so will your opportunities.

Responsibilities

The Business Solutions team is a growing Division, offering room for career progression. The successful candidate will have their own portfolio of clients, covering a range of industries and service offerings, from management accounts and VAT to statutory financial statements.

Portfolio

• Control of a portfolio of clients, ensuring all reporting & payment deadlines are met.
• Full review of management accounts, VAT returns and financial statements.
• Liaising and responding effectively to reporting or ad hoc technical queries from clients,. Ensuring technical accuracy of all work performed
  
  

Technical skills

• Review of reports for clients when required. E.g. budgets, cash flow statements, FCA returns
• Thorough understanding of VAT reporting requirements
• Demonstrate sound knowledge and undertake proactive technical research
• Identify and implement enhancements to systems and controls to improve efficiencies
• Sound knowledge of the benefits/differences of accounting softwares and accounting packages on the market and
  
  

Staff supervision and control of work

• Regular scheduling of work plans for staff to ensure resources are fully and efficiently utilised
• Delegate down responsibilities as much as possible.
• Supervision and provision of guidance to staff
• Complete appraisal documents and provide feedback/coaching for staff
  
  

Clients and relationships

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and clients.
• Organise and attend regular client meetings
• Understanding client environment, systems, business, and risk factors
• Understand the Service Level Agreement and contracted scope of work in place
• On boarding new clients, ensuring smooth transition and set up
• Liaising with other departments as needed. E.g. Payroll, VAT, Corporation tax, Auditors etc
• Attend networking events to build and develop contacts
  
  

Departmental performance

• Budget, WIP & billing control and management
• Assist with ad-hoc projects in the team
• Attend and contribute to manager and director meetings
• Reporting on a regular basis to Management and other Heads of Department as required
  
  

Person Specification

• ACCA/ACA qualified – 3-4 years post qualified
• Previous leadership experience
• Ability to manage variety of tasks and deadlines, good time management and able to work under pressure
• An analytical approach with good attention to detail
• Very strong communication skills and confident when dealing with clients
• Forward thinking, demonstrating confidence to move forward with an idea
• Demonstrate good problem solving skills
• An enthusiastic, smart-working individual with a "can do" attitude
• A willingness to learn and grow within a commercial environment where client care is the primary focus
• Excellent Software knowledge required for Xero, Dext
• Moderate Software experience with Sage, QuickBooks, CaseWare