Assistant Assurance Manager

W e are looking for an Assistant Assurance Manager to join our team to assist with the provision of our assurance service. What does this role involve? As an Assistant Assurance Manager, you will form part of the supervision team, assisting managers and directors to provide assurance and commercial advice to clients, while supporting your teams in the delivery of their work to ensure operational objectives are met. Team management You will manage and develop team members in line with our culture and values, conducting performance reviews and setting objectives through regular one-to-one check-ins, providing timely feedback, and setting clear development plans. You will manage a client portfolio, using your knowledge and skills to add essential value to the offering and be responsible for the overall quality of individual client assignments and production of a complete product with due regard to budget. Teamwork You will work with other members of your service line to scope out client requirements and ensure that assignments are carried out in a timely manner and within specified budgets and proactively liaise with relevant members of the management team on individual clients, ensuring that they are well informed and receive regular updates on progress, along with identifying and escalating any issues as necessary. Skills and experience We encourage candidates of all backgrounds and capabilities to apply, although it’s essential that your values and experience align with this role’s key responsibilities. To be successful you will: have good communication skills, enabling you to work effectively and collaboratively in a team have interpersonal and people management skills have project management skills and familiarity with accounting software be ACA or ACCA qualified or with a minimum of five years experience Join Duncan & Toplis From flexible working arrangements and time-matched volunteer hours to online fitness classes and mental health support, at Duncan & Toplis we're committed to helping our people maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle. We help our team to develop their talents and encourage ambitious individuals to progress their careers and expand their professional and personal capability with fully supported training and CPD. Our values of trust, partnership, and inclusivity are at the forefront of everything we do. Full support and 18 weeks full pay for maternity and adoption leave, inclusive of statutory maternity and adoption pay, and two weeks full pay paternity leave for eligible team members. Fully supported training and CPD Continuous learning support to help develop skills and long-term goals through mentoring, coaching, technical and soft skill training. Death in service Insured benefit available to all team members up to the age of 65, four times annual salary. Conditions apply. Discounted wills and power of attorney 50% discount for team members and their partners and 25% discount for team members' parents and children. Enhanced holidays Minimum of 22 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing to 27 days after five years of service and for managers. 32 days (plus bank holidays) for directors. Private medical insurance Non-subsidised purchase through a group company scheme. Flexible annual leave Buying or selling of annual leave up to five days. Conditions apply. Talent referral bonus Bonus payments up to £1,000 on successful candidate referrals for eligible team members. Employer contribution starts at 3% with length of service-related increases and up to 7% matched contributions for eligible team members. Half day paid leave matched with half day annual leave for voluntary and charitable activities. Employee assistance programme for 24/7 confidential support from trained counsellors and access to trained mental health advisers. Team milestone award Milestone celebration rewards at five, 10, 15 and 25 years with additional benefits, experience vouchers, and gifts. Online fitness classes Online fitness programmes with a variety of workouts, including yoga, pilates, strength training, and cardio. Permanent health insurance Permanent health insurance is available to eligible team members who have one years continuous service. Conditions apply. Agile working - hybrid/flexible Flexible working hours and locations (office or home) for a better work life balance. Enhanced sickness entitlement Four weeks full pay followed by four weeks half pay. Study leave Study leave to help achieve fully supported qualifications. EV salary sacrifice scheme Salary sacrifice scheme to lease an electric vehicle, smart charger, EV energy tariff, and free miles in one hassle-free package. Management and leadership academy Our development programmes are designed for all career stages, from the first step into management through to our six-month leadership academy. Healthcare workplace app Empowering team members with digital-first tools and professional care, including guidance, consultations, and support for mental and physical wellbeing. Fully supported qualifications Helping the next generation of accountants and advisers to achieve formal, industry-recognised qualifications. 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