Assistant Management Accountant

Bayman Atkinson Smythe; Chorley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic finance company in Chorley is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join their team. The role focuses on supporting the finance manager with essential tasks such as monthly Management Accounts preparation and bank reconciliations. Ideal candidates are ambitious and have previous finance experience, with opportunities for professional development through study support. Commutability to Wigan is required, and the position offers a competitive salary of £35k to £40k annually.

Benefits

Study support for AAT/ACCA/CIMA

Qualifications

• Experience working within a finance function is preferred.
• Must have a methodical approach to work.
• Ability to prioritize important tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support in the preparation of monthly Management Accounts.
• Assist finance manager with ad hoc tasks.
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and posting of bank payments.
• Prepare weekly payment runs and maintain creditors ledger.
• Support the year-end audit process.

Skills

Previous experience in finance

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Studying towards AAT/ACCA/CIMA

Job description

Overview

Paying between £35k and £40k, our client in Wigan is looking to appoint an Assistant Management Accountant on a permanent basis. This company has a fantastic culture which is proven in the fact that the majority of their employees have committed to the company on a long-term basis.

The Role

A key member of the Finance team, this role is for someone with an interest in a long-term finance career and someone who will be able to assist in the day-to-day running of the accounts department.

Key accountabilities

• Support in the preparation of the monthly Management Accounts and associated balance sheet reconciliations
• Support the finance manager with ad hoc tasks
• Posting of bank payments and completion of monthly bank reconciliations
• Preparation of the weekly payment run including processing of payments
• Maintenance of the creditors ledger, including timely allocation of payments
• Supporting the year-end audit process
• Supporting the wider Finance team

The Person

This will suit someone who has some previous experience working within a finance function and someone who is ambitious, driven and looking for a long-term career within finance. The person needs to be highly organised with a methodical approach and someone with excellent communication skills.

You will ideally be a studier (AAT/ACCA/CIMA) as the company offers study support. You will have effective time management skills and be able to prioritise important tasks. You will be dynamic and motivated and be open to change due to the fast-paced and constantly evolving environment and you will have the desire to learn and develop to take on further responsibilities in the future. You must be commutable to the Wigan area.