Assistant Management Accountant

Eaton Syalon Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Syalon Ltd is partnering with an established local business in North Derbyshire to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant on a fixed-term maternity-cover contract.

You will support accurate financial processing, month-end close and reporting, working closely with the UK Head of Finance and stakeholders across the business. The role covers purchase ledger, general ledger, fixed assets, stock, intercompany activity and audit preparation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a transactional finance or Assistant-Accountant role.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort with financial data.
• Experience using accounting systems and processes.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, match to PO and goods receipts, and resolve queries.
• Prepare payroll journals, accruals, prepayments and other month-end adjustments.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and stock/asset postings.
• Raise intercompany recharge invoices and provide credit-control support.
• Assist with year-end audit information and internal controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Assistant Management Accountant
North Derbyshire - Office based
Fixed-Term Contract 12-15 Months

Eaton Syalon have partnered with an established business in North Derbyshire to assist them in the recruitment of an Assistant Management Accountant on a fixed-term maternity-cover contract. This role will work closely with the UK Head of Finance and stakeholders across the wider business.

Role Overview:

The Assistant Management Accountant will support the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, month-end activities and financial reporting. The role will help maintain the integrity of accounting records while providing practical support across accounts payable, general ledger, fixed assets, stock, intercompany transactions and audit preparation.

Main Responsibilities:

Purchase Ledger & Accounts Payable

• Process and post supplier invoices accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and goods receipts where applicable.
• Investigate and resolve invoice queries with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure supporting documentation is complete and financial records remain accurate and up to date.

General Ledger & Month-End Close

• Prepare and post payroll journals, accruals, prepayments and other month-end adjustments.
• Support the month-end close process, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate any outstanding differences.
• Process stock adjustment journals and other inventory-related transactions.

Fixed Assets, Intercompany & Credit Control

• Process fixed-asset additions, disposals and transfers and maintain accurate supporting records.
• Raise and process intercompany recharge invoices, ensuring transactions are correctly recorded.
• Provide credit-control support for overseas customers, including following up outstanding balances and resolving queries.

Audit, Controls & Wider Finance Support

• Support the preparation of year-end audit information and liaise with external auditors when required.
• Provide cover and assistance for other finance team members during busy periods and absences.
• Help maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, reporting quality and operational efficiency.

About You:

• Previous experience within a varied transactional finance or Assistant-Accountant position.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the confidence to investigate discrepancies.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with financial data and accounting systems.
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 would be advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at different levels.
• A motivated team player who is comfortable taking a practical, hands-on approach.

Key Behaviours

• Honest, dependable and committed to maintaining high professional standards.
• Approachable, courteous and confident building positive working relationships.
• Proactive in identifying issues and suggesting practical improvements.
• Organised, reliable and able to manage deadlines effectively.
• Committed to continuous improvement and contributing positively to the wider team's performance.