Assistant Management Accountant

SPX; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm based in Bristol is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to lead Accounts Payable and Receivable teams. This role involves supporting month-end processes, managing VAT returns, and driving process improvements. Ideal candidates have experience in finance, team leadership, and strong Excel skills. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Annual bonus scheme

Hybrid working

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in month-end adjustments and tight deadlines.
• Strong background in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Confident in preparing VAT returns.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close with reconciliations and reporting.
• Lead and develop Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable team.
• Manage VAT returns and ensure compliance.

Skills

Month-end adjustments

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

VAT knowledge

Strong communication

Excel skills

Education

AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant

Job description

Assistant Management Accountant AR & AP Team Lead
Location: Bristol, UK (Hybrid)
Business: SPX Radiodetection

Are you looking to take the next step in your finance career? At SPX Radiodetection, we re seeking a motivated and hands-on Assistant Management Accountant to lead our Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams while supporting our UK Finance Controller.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, working closely with people, and making a real impact in a global engineering business.

What you ll be doing:

• Supporting month-end close with reconciliations, journals, and reporting.
• Leading and developing a small AR & AP team (4 direct reports).
• Managing VAT returns and liaising with HMRC to ensure compliance.
• Handling AR and AP queries, liaising with other departments, and ensuring smooth processes.
• Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and statutory reporting.
• Acting as a key contact during audits.
• Identifying and driving process improvements across finance.

What we re looking for:

• Experience of month-end adjustments such as accruals/prepayments and working to tight deadlines.
• Strong experience in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, with some team leadership or supervisory background.
• Knowledge of VAT rules and confidence in preparing VAT returns.
• Confident communicator who enjoys liaising across different teams.
• AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA) though full qualification is not required.
• Manufacturing sector experience would be a bonus, but it s not essential.
• Strong Excel skills.

Why join us?

You ll be joining a supportive team, with the chance to make the role your own. This position offers exposure to both transactional finance and management accounting making it ideal for someone looking to broaden their experience in a global, growing organisation.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Annual bonus scheme
• Hybrid working (office in Bristol)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with the ability to buy or sell up to 5 days