Job Description

This role is a 6-12 month Fixed Term Contract and requires 2-3 days per week onsite presence in Manchester

Our vision is to be the best advisory-led professional services firm in the mid-market.

We are a fast-growing and ambitious advisory-led professional services firm, with a clear strategy for the next phase of our growth plan.

Our services within the Group include Audit & Accounting, Tax (Capital Allowances, Private Client, Innovations, Tax Investigations and VAT), and Advisory (Corporate Finance, Business Recovery, Debt Advisory and Insurance).

We've achieved 36% year on year growth in revenue, we now over 220 employees and an average client satisfaction score of 98%, and we're excited for 2025.

The role:

You'll be working with practice groups and key stakeholders to provide strategic financial insight, enabling data-driven decision-making. This role requires a proactive, analytical mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to bridge the gap between finance and the broader business.

The role:

Strategic Partnering: Financial Analysis and Reporting Budgeting and Forecasting: Profitability Management: Stakeholder Communication: Compliance and Risk Management: Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes and systems. Collaborate with IT and other teams to implement data-driven solutions and reporting tools.

Essential:

ACCA, ACA, CIMA qualification or equivalent. Proven experience in a finance business partnering role, ideally within a professional services environment. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems.

Desirable:

Previous experience in a law firm or similar professional services firm. Knowledge of practice management systems such as Elite 3E or Aderant. Familiarity with Legal Sector KPIs (e.g., WIP, utilisation, realisation).

Competencies:

Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of the legal industry and financial drivers. Problem Solving: Proactive in identifying challenges and providing innovative solutions. Collaboration: Ability to work across teams and foster productive relationships. Adaptability: Comfortable managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

What's On Offer

Birthday off Flexible working Cycle to work scheme Perkbox discounts
AMS Group is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We believe that diversity and equal opportunities are essential to our success and contribute to the innovation and creativity that drive our organisation forward.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 50,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester M3 3HF