Assistant Management Accountant

Nyobolt Limited; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking manufacturing company in the UK is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to strengthen their financial operations. The ideal candidate is detail-driven and proactive with finance experience in a manufacturing context. Responsibilities include maintaining sub-ledgers, preparing management accounts, and delivering accurate reconciliations. The company offers flexible working arrangements, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a supportive and innovative culture where achievements are celebrated.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Pension contribution

Private medical cover

Life insurance

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in finance within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with month-end closing and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ability to maintain and reconcile core sub-ledgers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile sub-ledgers and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, including journal posting.
• Own key balance sheet reconciliations to an audit-ready standard.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive communication

Analytical mind

Advanced MS Excel

Education

Part-Qualified or Newly Qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)

Strong manufacturing experience

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O

Job description

We're entering an exciting new phase of growth, and we're looking for an Assistant Management Accountant to join our Finance team. This newly created position will play a key role in strengthening our financial operations by taking ownership of a number of critical daily and month-end activities-freeing up senior team members to focus on strategic initiatives.

If you're hands-on, detail-driven, and looking to grow within a dynamic, forward-thinking manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile core sub-ledgers and associated general ledger accounts.
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, including journal posting and early investigation of variances.
• Own and deliver key balance sheet reconciliations to an audit-ready standard.
• Perform timely, accurate bank and corporate credit card reconciliations.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial analysis and project work.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes.
• Support the team with purchase invoice processing and purchase order administration.

About You

Essential Requirements

• Qualifications: Part-Qualified or Newly Qualified (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA). Exceptional QBE candidates with strong manufacturing experience will also be considered.
• Experience: Demonstrable finance experience within a manufacturing, production, or inventory-focused environment; ideal for a second-time mover.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong understanding of accounting best practice and inventory valuation.
  • Hands‑on experience with month‑end close, journals, and detailed balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Advanced MS Excel capabilities (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, SUMIFs).
• Personal Attributes:
  • High accuracy and strong attention to detail.
  • Curious, proactive, and eager to understand the story behind the numbers.
  • Strong communication skills, able to collaborate effectively with non-finance teams such as Operations and Production.
  • A "roll up your sleeves" attitude and willingness to support a growing business wherever needed.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O.
• Exposure to global supply chain environments, such as international sourcing or multi‑currency transactions.
• Experience with process improvement initiatives.Familiarity supporting purchase order processes.

Why Join Nyobolt?

• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary
• Pension contribution
• Private medical cover
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development

Join us and be part of a culture that's supportive, inclusive, and driven by innovation - where every achievement is a shared success.

Apply today and help us build the future of energy!

Please note: This role does not qualify for visa sponsorship - Applicants must have the right to work in the UK