At a Glance
- Tasks: Support businesses in financial distress and negotiate with HMRC for repayment plans.
- Company: Join a rapidly growing organisation in Manchester with a dynamic team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to build relationships with clients and professionals while managing diverse cases.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by helping businesses survive and recover from financial challenges.
- Qualifications: Accountancy qualification preferred; strong communication and organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing and dynamic organisation. We are looking for an experienced Business Advisory Manager to join our team in Manchester. This role focuses on supporting businesses experiencing financial distress, particularly those struggling with VAT, PAYE, and National Insurance arrears. These challenges often stem from issues such as bad debts, significant declines in turnover, sector challenges or the insolvency of key clients. You will work in the specialist business advisory team with a proven track record of successfully negotiating with HMRC, enabling repayment plans, and helping businesses survive and recover. Our team provides expert services in cash management, interim management consultancy, and introductions to asset-based lenders. The successful candidate will assist in delivering these services and play a vital role in supporting clients through periods of financial difficulty. Supporting the delivery of high-quality solutions to clients and encouraging collaborative working with Restructuring and Insolvency, Funding, Business Services and Legal teams within Leonard Curtis.
Qualifications
- An accountancy qualification is desirable
- Self-driven with a positive outlook
- Motivated and proactive with the ability to work both well alone and as part of a team
- Strong organisation and planning skills with ability to work to deadlines
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Sound financial knowledge and numerical skills
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
- Take an active role in client meetings from initial contact, with responsibility for progressing complex cases through to appointment and ongoing case management.
- Prepare profit and loss statements and cash flow forecasts to support debt repayment plans for HMRC.
- Draft reports for HMRC negotiations and concise business reviews.
- Liaise with business owners and directors to gather essential financial and operational information.
- Support senior managers and directors in the development and delivery of tailored cash management strategies for distressed businesses.
- Coordinate with asset-based lenders and funders, providing accurate financial projections and supporting documentation.
- Manage a portfolio of client cases, ensuring timely and effective case progression.
- Assist in the day-to-day management of transaction processes, including preparing information packs, conducting financial analysis, and supporting client communications.
- Build and analyse financial models and business forecasts to support strategic recommendations.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external professionals, including accountants, solicitors, and funding partners.
Business Advisory Manager employer: SLAMcore
Join Leonard Curtis in Manchester, where we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. As a Business Advisory Manager, you will not only have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping businesses navigate financial challenges, but you will also benefit from ongoing professional development and a strong network of experts across various disciplines. Our commitment to employee growth, coupled with a dynamic environment, makes us an exceptional employer for those seeking a rewarding career in business advisory.
