Assistant Management Accountant

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Andover; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant for a 6-month fixed-term contract in Andover. The role involves assisting with financial reporting, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and relevant qualifications. This opportunity is perfect for those eager to grow their finance career.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE and A-Level standard (including passes in Maths and English).
• AAT Level 3 or above, or a relevant degree preferred.
• Currently studying or interested in studying for ACA, CIMA, or ACCA desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with monthly management and annual statutory accounts.
• Supporting the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Providing financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Time management

IT capability

Excel skills

Education

GCSE and A-Level standard

AAT Level 3 or above

Relevant degree

Job description

Job Opportunity: Assistant Management Accountant (6-Month FTC)
Location: Andover
Salary: 35,000 - 37,000 pro rata (depending on experience)

Our client is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join their finance team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. If you're analytical, Excel-savvy, and eager to grow your finance career, this is a fantastic opportunity, this role would suit a confident and curious individual who thrives on delivering high-quality financial insights.

Please note, this role is based in Andover but you will also be required to attend other offices in Dorset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with monthly management and annual statutory accounts
• Supporting the preparation of budgets and forecasts
• Providing financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders
• Performing balance sheet reconciliations
• Managing journal entries, accruals, and prepayments
• Conducting variance analysis and ad-hoc financial reports
• Extracting and manipulating data from financial systems
• Identifying and supporting process improvements
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal deadlines
• Preparing external returns and reports

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Strong analytical and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and time management abilities
• A proactive mindset and desire to challenge the status quo
• Strong all-round IT capability with advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, lookups)
• Ability to extract and work with data from finance systems
• Experience in financial or management accounting, budgeting, or financial reporting
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritise effectively

Qualifications:

• Educated to GCSE and A-Level standard (including passes in Maths and English)
• AAT Level 3 or above, or a relevant degree (preferred)
• Currently studying or interested in studying for ACA, CIMA, or ACCA (desirable)