Assistant Management Accountant

Rutherford Cross; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join their dynamic team in Glasgow. This role offers a unique opportunity to support financial operations, including the preparation of monthly accounts and balance sheet reconciliations. With a strong focus on professional development, the company provides study support and hybrid working arrangements, ensuring a balanced work-life environment. Ideal candidates will be actively pursuing a finance qualification and possess strong interpersonal skills. Join a supportive culture where your contributions are valued and growth is encouraged.

Benefits

Study Support

Hybrid Working

Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Actively studying towards a professional qualification in finance.
• Prior experience in a finance environment is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Management Accountant in preparing monthly financial accounts.
• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts and ensure data integrity.
• Assist external auditors during fieldwork.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Professional Qualification (ACCA, AAT, CIMA)

Degree, HNC, or HND

Job description

Rutherford Cross is delighted to be working with a long-standing Glasgow based client who is looking to add an Assistant Management Accountant to their existing team. This role offers great benefits including study support, hybrid working and progression opportunities in a culture where you will be well looked after.Job Purpose:To provide support to the Management Accountant and Finance Manager in the preparation of monthly financial accounts and to ensure timely, accurate, and well-maintained balance sheet reconciliations.Key Accountabilities:

• Collaborate with the Management Accountant and Senior Management Accountant to meet departmental deadlines and performance targets
• Prepare and post month-end journals within required timelines
• Process and reconcile accruals and prepayments accurately
• Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and post depreciation entries
• Perform month-end coding and classification of Profit & Loss transactions
• Review and verify costs, and prepare relevant sections of the management accounts
• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts and ensure integrity of financial data
• Manage and control Work in Progress (WIP) balance sheet accounts
• Coordinate with operational managers/customers to ensure timely WIP submission, approval, and billing
• Provide timely responses and financial analysis to operational teams as required
• Support the preparation of audit files and assist external auditors during fieldwork

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Prior experience in a finance environment is desirable but not essential; a strong interest in finance is required
• Actively studying towards a professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, AAT, CIMA) or educated to Degree, HNC, or HND level (or equivalent)
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with strong overall IT skills

For more information on this role please reach out to [e-mail] client is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.