Assistant Management Accountant

GREGORY DISTRIBUTION LIMITED; Cullompton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000pa plus financial compensation to finish AAT at Level 4 or to progress on to CIMA qualification. Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.

Assistant Management Accountant

Location: Cullompton

About Us:

At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our finance team plays a crucial role in the financial health and strategic planning of a company. The team is responsible for producing accurate weekly/monthly management accounts, monitoring financial budgets across various business areas, and providing detailed financial reporting to stakeholders on a regular basis.

Job Description:

Are you passionate about numbers? The Assistant Management Accountants at Gregory Distribution Ltd play a vital role in the finance team, contributing to the preparation of weekly forecasts at cost centre level for multiple business areas. You are responsible for preparing and posting journals for accruals, prepayments, and ad-hoc expenditure that form part of the weekly forecasts and monthly management accounts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed weekly forecasts at the cost centre level for various business areas, ensuring accurate and timely financial projections that support strategic planning and operational efficiency.
• Prepare and post journals for accruals, prepayments, and ad-hoc expenses, ensuring these entries are accurately reflected in both weekly forecasts and monthly management accounts to maintain financial integrity.
• Conduct monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, meticulously verifying and correcting discrepancies to ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial statements.
• Engage with staff across all departments to collect vital information for comprehensive management accounts, fostering cross-functional collaboration and ensuring all financial data is up-to-date and accurate.
• Create dynamic management reports that highlight revenues, costs, profitability, and key financial and operational KPIs, providing actionable insights that drive business performance and strategic decision-making.
• Assist in crafting budgets and reforecasts, utilising operational data to create realistic and achievable financial plans that align with the company's strategic goals.
• Generate sales invoices for specific contracts overseen by the department, ensuring timely and accurate billing to maintain cash flow and client satisfaction.
• Offer support in various business areas as needed, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to contribute to the overall success of the organisation.
• Provide essential financial insights to support strategic decision-making, leveraging detailed analysis and financial expertise to guide business leaders in making informed decisions.

Requirements:

• AAT qualified or equivalent at Level 3 minimum, with the potential to progress to CIMA within the business.
• Proven experience in management accounting processes, including costing, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building rapport and trust with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Solution-oriented and flexible approach to work.
• Proficient in MS Excel (basic formulas, graphs, and pivot tables) and other MS Office systems.
• Excellent analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.

Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?

• Competitive Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum, plus financial support to complete AAT Level 4 or to progress towards a CIMA qualification.
• Hours: 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs, Monday to Friday.
• Training: Monthly Courses for a variety of areas, plus scope to progress to AAT Level 4 or CIMA.
• Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Hapi*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
• Career Growth: Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
• Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance, life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
• Extras: Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
• Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support* program.
• Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.

How to Apply

If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now! Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.

Eligibility:

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.

Contact Us:

For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail]. Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.

Note to Recruitment Agencies:

We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We'll be in touch if we need you.

*Subject to terms and conditions.