Assistant Management Accountant
Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire
£32,000 per annum | Full-time, permanent
Are you looking to broaden your management accounting experience and take on a varied role?
We are recruiting an Assistant Management Accountant for an established business. You will gain exposure to different business operations and contribute to reporting, planning and the day-to-day finance function.
You will join a collaborative team where you can build your experience, take responsibility and help improve how the finance function operates.
The role
Your responsibilities will include:
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Assisting with monthly management accounts across four UK entities.
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Preparing accruals, prepayments and other month-end journals.
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Completing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining fixed asset registers.
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Analysing variances, identifying trends and explaining changes in financial performance.
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Supporting budgeting and forecasting in collaboration with departmental managers.
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Assisting with cashflow management and projections.
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Working closely with site managers and finance colleagues to ensure accurate, timely reporting.
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Supporting recruitment and the day-to-day management of accounts payable and receivable.
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Assisting with year-end audits and liaising with external auditors.
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Contributing to process improvements and finance system enhancements.
There will also be very occasional travel to other UK sites when required.
About you
We are looking for a personable, proactive finance professional who enjoys understanding the figures and working with colleagues across a business.
You will bring:
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Relevant experience in assistant management accounting or a similar finance role, with practical exposure to month-end.
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Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or equivalent status, with ongoing studies.
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A sound understanding of management accounting principles.
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Strong Excel skills and experience using accounting software.
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The ability to work independently, organise competing priorities and meet deadlines.
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Clear communication skills and a willingness to investigate issues and suggest improvements.
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A full driving licence and willingness to undertake occasional UK travel.
The package
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£32,000 annual salary.
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Full-time, permanent employment.
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20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
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Pension contributions of 3% employer and 5% employee.
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Employee benefits package.
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A supportive team and opportunities to progress within a growing finance function.
Please note: study support is not currently included in the package.
To apply, please send CV
