Assistant Manager - Finance Business Partnering (12-month FTC) in Preston

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions - we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

We're looking for an Assistant Manager to join our Commercial Finance team, part of the internal National Finance Office. This is a 12-month FTC opportunity, covering maternity leave. The purpose of this role is to support the delivery of premium finance business partnering across the business. You will develop strong relationships with the finance business partners and stakeholders, to support the delivery of reliable financial insight, robust analysis and practical support to those stakeholders. You will contribute to the development of junior colleagues, through effective coaching, guidance and support.

You'll make an impact by:

• Supporting the Finance Business Partner(s) in delivering effective finance business partnering to assigned stakeholders and service areas
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, acting as a trusted and approachable finance contact
• Working closely with the Finance Business Partner(s) to support the review of financial performance, explain variances, identify risks and opportunities, and agree appropriate actions
• Communicating financial information clearly, professionally and confidently, both in writing and verbally, adapting style to the audience
• Supporting annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes, ensuring assumptions are robust and clearly understood
• Identifying, escalating and helping manage financial risks using sound professional judgement and seeking advice where needed
• Supervisory support of junior members of the team with the potential to directly line manage, setting clear goals and conducting regular one-on-one check-ins and performance appraisals to evaluate progress, address underperformance, and provide constructive feedback
• Coaching, guiding and supporting less experienced colleagues by setting clear expectations, encouraging development and sharing knowledge

What we're looking for:

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:

• ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified, or equivalent accountancy experience
• Consultancy/business strategy/professional services experience preferred
• Commercial awareness and the ability to translate financial information into practical insight
• Strong analytical capability with attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Confident and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• A proactive, solution-focused approach with the confidence to ask questions and clarify requirements
• Willingness to support others, contribute to team success and engage in continuous improvement

What we can offer you:

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• 26 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days)
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.

At RSM we work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. We support all our people to work flexibly, to manage their family and other responsibilities alongside their work commitments; we believe this is key to achieving an inspiring and fulfilling working environment.