Finance Consultant – Looking for First-Time Movers

Reference: 4806556Job ID: 5400058Posted: 2026-08-21Closing date: 2026-09-25Location: ManchesterSalary: Up to 55,000 +benefits (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Business or Management Consultancy / Senior Finance QualifiedCompany: HaysConsultant: Katherine O'BrienHays office: Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaPhone: 07916397221Email: kate.obrien1@hays.comYour new companyA specialist consulting firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality advisory and project services across a diverse client portfolio. The organisation works closely with businesses to solve complex challenges, improve performance, and deliver sustainable outcomes. Operating within a collaborative and supportive environment, the company offers employees the opportunity to work on impactful projects while developing their professional expertise. Your new roleYou will play a key role in delivering client engagements from inception through to completion. Working alongside senior team members and project leads, you will contribute to multiple assignments, ensuring projects are delivered to agreed timelines, quality standards, and client expectations. You will be responsible for conducting research and analysis, preparing reports and presentations, supporting client meetings, and contributing to project deliverables. The role also involves building strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to add value, and supporting wider business development initiatives.What you'll need to succeedACA qualified first-time mover from Practice – ideally within TS but open to Audit background too.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and communicate complex information clearly.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Experience managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality work within deadlines.Ability to build effective working relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.Commercial awareness and an interest in supporting business growth initiatives.What you'll get in returnUp to 55k salary.Performance-related bonus opportunity.Comprehensive employee benefits package.Exposure to a varied portfolio of client projects and sectors.Ongoing training, professional development, and career progression opportunities.A collaborative and supportive working environment.Flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to work from either London or Manchester.The chance to make a meaningful impact within a growing and ambitious consultancy.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4806556 - Katherine O'Brien