Commercial Finance Assistant

Preston, England, United Kingdom

7/24/2025

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

We are looking for a Commercial Finance Assistant to join the Commercial Finance team, which is part of the internal National Finance Office in Preston.

The role will involve data manipulation, financial reporting and analysis, the interpretation and provision of insight, along with aspects of financial administration in support of the Commercial Finance operation. It will also include involvement in the month end reporting cycle and the annual budgeting process.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Applying business understanding to enable improved operational performance to be delivered within the business service lines through the production of accurate and meaningful management information with an appropriate layer of insight
• Building excellent working relationships with appropriate stakeholders and particularly with other members of the Commercial Finance team
• Assisting the Commercial Finance Lead in supporting the firm’s service line heads, helping to drive performance improvement in areas such as:
• Financial-related working practices
• Efficient use of resources
• Profitability on jobs
• Working capital management
  
  
  

What we are looking for:

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:

• A-Level or equivalent qualifications including GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English or with some equivalent accountancy qualification or experience
• IT proficient with strong MS Excel skills
• A credible individual with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to prioritise own workload effectively
  
  
  

What we can offer you:

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work

• Hybrid and Flexible working
• 25 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days)
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team.
  
  
  

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.