Experienced Associate- Accounting Advisory (CAAS)

Experienced Associate- CAAS (Centralized Accounting & Assurance Services)

Position Summary

As an Experienced Associate in our CAAS practice, you’ll gain direct exposure to senior business leaders at globally recognized, high-growth technology businesses as you develop into a trusted advisor and technical expert focusing on providing accounting & assurance support services for our clients. You’ll have support from those that have been through the process before, from trainee through to Partner, as you receive tailored training, on the job experience and client facing opportunities from early on in your career.

Your Journey

At BPM, our brand promise is ‘Because People Matter’ and that starts from day one as you join the team. We have a market leading learning and development team, building a structure for you to grow and thrive as a professional. You’ll be assigned a coach who will help you navigate your professional development, promotions and continued success as you progress through the firm.

Alongside your on the job training, coaching, and development plans, you will become a key member of our delivery team gaining client-facing experience at the strategic level from early on in your time with the firm.

Your Experience

At BPM we look beyond the fundamentals and really seek to learn about the person in front of us. Sure, we’re looking for a track record of driving client successes but beyond that we value life experience, attitude, drive and motivation.

Our Company

BPM UK is in the early stages of its life, having opened its doors as the first international location of the Top 35 US accounting firm. We have over 1,200 colleagues, 75 partners and 17 offices across the globe, not to mention the BPM Global Network, our carefully selected group of international partners focused on our same founding principles – our colleagues, our clients and our communities.

Because People Matter isn’t just a marketing spin, it’s who we are and what we live by. We have colleague resource groups focused on supporting and developing our colleagues in minority groups, company wide community giveback programs and a market leading benefits offering which includes:

• Competitive Salary Structures
• Unlimited Holiday
• Private Medical and Dental Insurance with history disregarded
• Life Insurance and Income Protection
• Interactive Wellness Platform and Incentives
• Highly Enhanced Parental Leave
• Colleague Recognition Programs through AwardCo

Why Work for BPM

• International Exposure & Collaboration – Work alongside a global team, integrating with US colleagues and clients.
• Flexible Working Arrangements – Hybrid model with regular Central London team meetups and colleague events.
• Challenging & Exciting Client Work – Serve a diverse client base, from UK-based high-growth companies to North American businesses expanding internationally.
• A Strong, People-First Culture – We prioritize work-life balance, career development, and flexibility, setting us apart from traditional firms.

What you'll do

• Manage full cycle accounting for multiple clients including A/P, A/R, & General Ledger maintenance.
• Participate in month-end and year-end close activities such as preparing journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, & revenue recognition tasks.
• Perform compilation & reviews of clients’ financial statements including balance sheet & income statement review.
• Provide financial insights and advisory support to key client stakeholders ensuring timely communication & deliverables
• Serve as a primary point of contact for financial updates, trends, risk, & process improvements to ensure smooth efficiency of client’s financial operations.
• Research and resolve complex accounting issues in accordance with UK GAAP, US GAAP, or additional accounting guidelines to ensure consistent compliance.

Ideal candidates will have

• 2+ years of experience in an accounting/bookkeeping role
• Qualified or Part-Qualified in a relevant professional qualification (ICAEW, ACCA, AAT, or other relevant certifications)
• Experience with broad technology stacks, international businesses, & client relationship management
• Prior working experience in a professional services/consulting environment highly desired.

Who is successful at BPM

• Caring individuals who put others first.
• Self-starters who thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Authentic professionals with diverse perspectives.
• Lifelong learners who strive for excellence.
• Resilient problem-solvers who embrace challenges.