Assistant Finance Manager
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Job Introduction
Exciting Career Opportunity: Financial Audit and Reporting Specialist
Are you ready to take your accounting career to the next level? We're looking for a talented, detail-oriented individual to join our dynamic Finance team as a Statutory & Audit Specialist for UK & Ireland operations. If you thrive on delivering high-quality work, meeting deadlines, and contributing to the bigger financial picture, this role is tailor-made for you!
What You'll Do
Your mission will be to ensure the smooth execution of external Group audit processes and the timely delivery of financial statements. Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the Finance Manager (Stats & Audit) by providing high-quality audit deliverables.
- Ensuring all audit and financial statement deadlines are met to perfection.
- Preparing and reviewing financial statements with accuracy and insight.
- Analyzing and reconciling Group/Local Authority pension schemes and managing payovers and return submissions.
- Participating in month-end accounting and reporting processes.
- Taking ownership of additional tasks to support team success.
About You
You'll bring:
Essential Skills & Experience
- A part qualification from a recognized UK accountancy body (final-year students welcome).
- 3+ years' experience in an accounting role.
- Exceptional communication skills to collaborate with colleagues across all levels.
- Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
- Excellent planning, organizational, and presentation skills.
Desirable Extras
- Experience in preparing financial statements.
- Knowledge of pension schemes, especially Local Authority Pension Schemes.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team.
- Work in a role that challenges you and expands your skill set.
- Build a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development.
Apply Today!
If you're passionate about delivering excellence in audit and financial reporting and want to make an impact, we want to hear from you.
Take the next step in your career-apply now and shape the future of finance with us!
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
- Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
About Us
As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.
Job Reference: com/1612/457400/52705002/SU #CF - Finance
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive?because diversity is our strength!