CASS & Safeguarding FS Assistant Audit Manager

• We are looking for an CASS and Safeguarding Assistant Manager with external audit experience, including experience of Client Asset (CASS) audits and CASS safeguarding reviews, to support a growing client base in a market that is developing quickly
• You’ll consistently achieve deadlines and understand the commercial implications of actions relating to productivity, recoverability, fee income and client service
• You will be the key contact for the client on day-to-day matters and take the lead on dealing with large, technically complex clients. You’ll highlight all key issues which may affect the audit opinion to the partner and makes recommendations for appropriate action. Determining that all audit reports reflect the work performed, you will meet set reporting and auditing standards, acting as a point of reference for best practice
• Regular communication and feedback must be provided whilst encouraging training and development for yourself and others
• We will empower you to act as a trusted business adviser to our clients. You will take responsibility for managing key client portfolio and building and maintaining good working relationships with all colleagues and clients
• Organising and attending office marketing events, you will be aware of the wide range of services the firm offers and suggest innovative products to address the clients’ needs, following up on any contacts made. You’ll prepare and present proposals for new work whilst building a personal network from which referrals are received

Benefits

• Income protection
• Matched pension
• Life cover
• Private medical, including anytime access to Doctor@Hand and Stronger Minds
• Professional subscriptions

• Joining us as an Cass & Safeguarding Assistant Manager, you must have at least two years of experience managing statutory and CASS audits for financial services clients
• Strong understanding of FCA CASS rules, including CASS safeguarding requirements and regulatory expectations
• Experience liaising with Compliance, Risk, Finance, and Operational stakeholders on CASS and safeguarding matters
• Excellent knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102
• It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way:
• Project management experience
• Experience conducting or supporting CASS safeguarding audits, assurance reviews, or related compliance engagements
• Experience of IFRS and auditing listed companies would be beneficial
• Ability to assess safeguarding risks, identify control deficiencies, and provide practical recommendations for remediation
• Experience of managing audits of large companies in addition to dealing with complex technical matters
• You will ideally have one of the following professional qualifications – ACA, ACCA or CIMA
• Knowledge of safeguarding reconciliations, control frameworks, governance arrangements, and risk management processes
• Awareness of evolving FCA safeguarding regulations and industry developments within payments, e-money, and investment firms