Assistant Accountant

DWF Law LLP; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

DWF in Manchester is seeking an assistant management accountant to gain broad exposure across financial reporting, management accounting, and controls. The role offers a structured development path toward a fully qualified Management Accountant position, with a flexible hybrid model and three days per week in our Manchester office.

You will support month-end, balance sheet reconciliations, and reporting packs, while contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent.
• Experience in finance, management accounting or R2R environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Advanced Excel with large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Assist with process improvement and finance transformation initiatives.

Skills

Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA,C

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Why join us?

This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified assistant accountant to gain broad exposure across financial reporting, management accounting, controls, and process improvement, while benefiting from structured development and a clear pathway towards a fully qualified Management Accountant role. We offer a flexible hybrid working model, withthree days per week in our Manchester office, alongside a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

As an Assistant Management Accountant, you'll support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, helping to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. You'll prepare journals, accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations, while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and supporting the delivery of management accounts, variance analysis, and reporting packs.

You’ll also contribute to audit and compliance activities, assist with budgeting and forecasting processes, and identify opportunities to improve and streamline finance operations. Working closely with colleagues across the finance function, you’ll support transformation initiatives, system enhancements, and continuous improvement programmes that drive efficiency and strengthen financial controls.

What will help you succeed in this role?

Essential

• Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Experience within a finance, management accounting, or Record to Report (R2R) environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Good Excel skills, including the ability to analyse and work with large datasets
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Desirable

• Experience within a professional services or legal environment
• Exposure to balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close activities
• Experience working within a multi-entity or shared services environmentFamiliarity with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
• Understanding of process improvement, automation, or finance transformation initiatives
• A proactive approach to learning and continuous development

What we offer?

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF. We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

About us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

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