Assistant Management Accountant

Steer Automotive Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle repair organization in the UK is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to support financial operations and reporting. The ideal candidate will be studying for a finance qualification and have a passion for numbers. This role offers competitive salary, performance bonuses, and opportunities for career progression within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

29 days holiday

Pension contributions

Referral bonus scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Enhanced sick pay

Flexible working opportunities

Steer Academy training

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Automotive industry or workshop environment experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Conducting cost analysis on labour, parts, and overheads.
• Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting.
• Managing reconciliations, inventory tracking, and WIP adjustments.
• Collaborating with operational teams for financial insights.
• Supporting audit and compliance processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong Excel skills

Confident communication

Analytical skills

Education

Studying AAT / CIMA / ACCA / ACA

Job description

Hybrid home and office based - ideally based in Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire or Cambridgeshire.

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Benefits

• Competitive salary plus performance related bonus
• 29 days holiday including public holidays plus additional days with service
• Pension contributions
• Referral bonus scheme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Enhanced sick pay
• Wagestream-a Financial Wellbeing app giving you ultimate pay control! Get paid when you want, save monthly, enjoy shopping discounts, explore your benefits, and even connect with a financial coach.
• Talk to us about flexible working
• VIP Awards - colleague recognition scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Benefits App - virtual GP appointments, employee assistance programme (EAP), cycle to work, high street discounts, discounted vehicle maintenance & repairs and so much more!
• Steer Academy provides accredited ongoing training - paid for by the business
• Opportunities for career progression

Join Steer Automotive Group, one of the UK's leading vehicle repair organisations, and play a key role in shaping the financial performance of a dynamic, growing business.

We're looking for an Assistant Management Accountant with a keen eye for detail and a passion for numbers. If you're working towards a finance qualification and ready to accelerate your career in a fast-paced, hands-on environment-this could be the perfect fit.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts and P&L reports across our repair centres
• Conducting cost analysis on labour, parts, and overheads
• Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting (e.g., labour efficiency, parts usage)
• Managing reconciliations, inventory tracking, and WIP adjustments
• Collaborating with operational teams to turn financial data into meaningful insight
• Supporting audit and compliance processes
• Assisting with accounts payable/receivable when needed

What We're Looking For:

• Currently studying AAT / CIMA / ACCA / ACA
• Significant experience in a finance or accounting role
• Automotive industry or workshop environment experience is highly desirable
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis)
• Confident communicator who can work cross-functionally with finance and non-finance teams
• Analytical, proactive, and commercially minded

Why Join Us?

At Steer, we're not just repairing vehicles-we're reshaping the future of accident repair. You'll be part of a forward-thinking team, with clear progression opportunities, hands-on experience, and the chance to make a real impact.

Ready to take the next step in your finance career? Apply now and help us steer smarter decisions across the group.