Assistant Management Accountant

Michael Page (UK); Chester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Assistant Accountant in Chester. Responsibilities include management accounts, cost analysis, and collaboration with non-finance stakeholders. The role offers hybrid working and a competitive salary of £35,000 to £40,000 per annum, along with additional benefits like generous holidays and a study package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Onsite parking

Generous holidays

Early finish on Fridays

Opportunity for study package

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting or finance within the industrial/manufacturing sector is advantageous.
• A proactive approach to learning and supporting team objectives.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production of monthly management accounts, variance analysis and commentary.
• Cost analysis.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting.
• Analysis and reporting of production and overheads.
• Work closely with non-finance stakeholders to deliver efficiencies.
• As hoc reporting and analysis.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Relevant qualification (AAT or similar)

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

• Brilliant opportunity for an experienced Assistant Accountant!
• Varied finance role based near Chester, offering hybrid working.

About Our Client

The organisation is a well-established business in the industrial/manufacturing industry, known for its commitment to quality and innovation.

Job Description

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with production of monthly management accounts, variance analysis and commentary
• Cost analysis
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting
• Analysis and reporting of production and overheads
• Work closely with non-finance stakeholders to deliver efficiencies
• As hoc reporting and analysis

The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant Management Accountant should have:

• A relevant qualification or active study towards AAT or similar credentials.
• Experience in accounting or finance within the industrial/manufacturing sector is advantageous.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive approach to learning and supporting team objectives.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary range between £35,000 and £40,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working
• Other benefits including onsite parking, generous holidays and early finish on a Friday!
• Opportunity for study package