Assistant Management Accountant

YourRetreats; Clayton-le-Moors; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Your Retreats Ltd, a leading manufacturer of luxury lodges, is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Management Accountant. Join our dynamic team, reporting to an experienced Finance Director. This role offers hands-on experience in financial operations and paths for career growth in a supportive environment, helping shape the future of our innovative company.

Benefits

Development Opportunities

Career Growth

Dynamic Environment

Supportive Culture

Qualifications

• Degree or AAT qualification required.
• Strong Excel skills needed.
• Proactive mindset with excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase invoices accurately.
• Completing payroll and timely payments.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.

Skills

Excel skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in finance, accounting, or related field

AAT qualification (or active study towards Chartered Accountant)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

About Us

Your Retreats Ltd is a leading manufacturer of luxury lodges, known for our exceptional craftsmanship and innovative designs. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a driven and detail-oriented Assistant Management Accountant to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to develop their career in a fast-paced, commercial environment with clear pathways for progression.

The Role

As an Assistant Management Accountant, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting the financial operations of the business. Reporting directly to our experienced and commercially focused Finance Director, you'll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of financial processes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
• Completing payroll and ensuring timely and accurate payments
• Performing regular bank reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Completing balance sheet reconciliations
• Maintaining the fixed asset register and posting depreciation
• Conducting variance analysis and budget reporting
• Assisting in the production of management accounts with guidance and support from the Finance Director
  
  
  

Requirements

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, or an AAT qualification (or be actively studying toward becoming a Chartered Accountant)
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency in financial systems
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics (desirable but not essential)
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with excellent organizational skills
• The ability to work collaboratively in a growing team and adapt to evolving business needs
  
  
  

Benefits

What We Offer:

• Development Opportunities: Learn directly from a commercially focused Finance Director and gain exposure to the full workings of a growing business
• Career Growth: As the company expands, so will your role—offering opportunities for promotion and the chance to lead your own team
• Dynamic Environment: Be part of a business that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Supportive Culture: Work in a supportive environment that invests in your professional growth and success