Assistant Manager

## Assistant Manager Apply:
Hybrid:
Reading:
Full time:
Posted Today:
JR-0024433

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.

Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you
** Role**:
Assistant Manager
** Role Location**:
Reading, Berkshire
** Department**:
Accounting & Financial Reporting
** Reporting Lines**:
Manager / Senior Manager / Associate Director
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* Employment Type

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Permanent  
** Role summary**:

As an Assistant Manager, you will take ownership of a portfolio of clients, leading the delivery of monthly management accounts and year-end financial reporting. You will support and mentor junior team members across global teams, provide technical accounting expertise, and ensure the smooth running of client operations, including payments and tax filings. Working closely with internal stakeholders and clients, you will play a key role in maintaining strong relationships, driving high-quality service delivery, and supporting the overall growth and efficiency of the business.

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* Key responsibilities:

*** Manage a portfolio of clients, taking ownership of monthly management accounts.
* Support and guide junior team members across global teams (Mauritius & India).
* Provide technical accounting advice and assist with ad hoc projects.
* Oversee client payment processes.
* Collaborate with internal teams and build strong client relationships.
* Review and support tax filings (VAT, corporation tax, P11

Ds, PSA).
* Lead year-end processes, including financial statements (UK GAAP & IFRS) and audit coordination.
* Assist with billing, debt management, and team development.  
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* Skills & experience required:

*** ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with strong accounting knowledge.
* Experience in management accounts preparation, ideally in a multi-client environment.
* A high level of technical knowledge and ability to apply it in practical situations.
* Proactive, self-motivated, and able to manage priorities effectively
* Strong organisational skills with a focus on improving processes
* Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate effectively (written & oral) at all levels, internally and externally
* Work together as a team, participate in open communication and contribute in meetings; supporting colleagues with a ‘can do‘ positive attitude and approach.
* Have an interest in business development and a desire to help the business grow.  
** What you will get in return:
*** Life Assurance
* 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
* Income Protection
* EAP – Life wellbeing plan
* Pension Scheme and Health Care Scheme
* Positive and hospitable work environment.
* Opportunity to work with a diverse, agile and global team.
* Exposure to all aspects of the business and cross-jurisdiction.
* A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business + more  
** Additional information:
** We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less…