Assistant Management Accountant

Team Jobs - Commercial; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment company in England is seeking a proactive Assistant Management Accountant to support financial operations and reporting. The role involves preparing management accounts, monitoring cash flow, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates are part-qualified or experienced in finance, with strong Excel and analytical skills. Join a supportive culture that offers career progression opportunities in a growing business.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional development

Collaborative team culture

Exposure to operational aspects of business

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or qualified by experience in accounting.
• Experience in a finance role preferred in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret and present data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts.
• Support month-end processes including reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with forecasting.
• Process and reconcile supplier invoices and expenses.
• Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Part-qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Previous experience in finance

Strong Excel skills

Good knowledge of accounting systems

Excellent attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Proactive and adaptable

Tools

Xero

Job description

Assistant Management Accountant - Full or Part Time

We are a fast-paced recruitment business dedicated to connecting top talent with leading employers. As our company continues to grow, we are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Management Accountant to join our finance team. This role will play a key part in supporting financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and providing insights to drive business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Support the month-end process including accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow and assist with forecasting.
• Process and reconcile supplier invoices, staff expenses, and company credit cards.
• Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts in collaboration with the Finance Director.
• Analyse financial data and provide commentary on performance, trends, and variances.
• Work closely with operations and recruitment consultants to track revenue, costs, and profitability by desk, team, or sector.
• Support with payroll checks and commission calculations.
• Maintain accurate financial records in line with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Assist with audit preparation and liaise with external auditors where required.
• Contribute to process improvements within the finance function to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Skills & Experience

• Part-qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), working towards a recognised accounting qualification or qualified by experience.
• Previous experience in a finance role, ideally within a recruitment, professional services, or similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and present data clearly.
• Good working knowledge of accounting systems (experience with Xero is advantageous).
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn in a growing business environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to develop within a growing recruitment business.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Exposure to both financial and operational aspects of the business.
• Career progression opportunities as the finance function expands.

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