Assistant Management Accountant

Square Peg Associates Ltd; Bury; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Free parking

Pension scheme

Vibrant office

Job summary

Square Peg Associates Ltd is seeking a Bookkeeper / Assistant Management Accountant to join a busy office near Bury. The role is hands-on and transactional, with potential progression into Management Accounts.

You will handle invoices, ledgers, balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns and month-end tasks, while liaising with suppliers and the European office as required. Hybrid working after training; 37.5 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Ideally qualified to AAT L4 / CIMA or studying towards or equivalent experience.
• Excellent standard of Sage Line 50 is required.
• Good computer literacy - MS Office (Word & Excel) essential.

Responsibilities

• Processing Invoices, Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger and Credit Control duties.
• High volume Balance sheet and Statement reconciliations.
• Support with month-end close process ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations.
• VAT Returns.
• Liaison with suppliers, customers and subcontractors; assist with ad hoc admin tasks.

Skills

Sage Line 50

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Independent worker

Adaptability

Education

AAT Level 4 / CIMA or studying towards

Tools

Sage Line 50

MS Office

Job description

Our client is a fast paced and continually growing business located near to Bury. They are seeking a talented Bookkeeper / Assistant Management Accountant to work in a busy office. The role will be very hands on and transactional as well as being able to progress within the role, which can lead to a Management Accounts position.

Benefits and Hours:

• Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (negotiable)
• Hours: Monday to Friday - 37.5 hours. Flexible start times to suit. 8am, 8.30am or 9am
• Hybrid: Following the initial training period, 1 or potentially 2 days' a week work from home.
• Full Time / Office Based / Permanent.
• Perks: 25 days holiday, Free parking, Pension scheme, Vibrant office

Principal Responsibilities/Accountabilities of the Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant role:

• Reporting into the Management Accountant, the workload will vary widely and include the following:
• Processing Invoices, Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger and Credit Control duties
• High volume Balance sheet and Statement reconciliations
• Support with the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with best practices
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations
• VAT Returns
• Dealing with accounts queries with confidence, which includes liaison with their European office - has the support of the Management Accountant
• Liaison with suppliers, customers and subcontractors
• As a small office team, there will be additional administrative tasks

Skills and Experience required

• Ideally qualified to AAT L4 / CIMA or studying towards or equivalent experience
• Excellent standard of Sage Line 50 is required
• Good computer literacy - experience with MS Office is essential - Word & Excel
• Ability to work in an office with 'banter', though equally be able to focus and hold strong attention to detail which is essential
• Comfortable working in a busy office environment
• Enthusiasm and passion for your work
• Team player comfortable taking direction and guidance
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - both verbal and written
• Flexible and comfortable with growth and change in a great business!