Assistant Management Accountant

Ashley Kate HR & Finance; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant in Grimsby to support financial operations. The ideal candidate will have AAT Level 4, experience in FMCG or food manufacturing, and strong Excel skills. Key responsibilities include month-end activities, budgeting, and mentoring junior team members. This full-time permanent position offers a salary between £30k and £35k, reflecting skills and experience, with a focus on fostering a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum AAT Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience within food manufacturing or FMCG environments.
• Strong understanding of month-end accuracy and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Support the month-end close and prepare management reports.
• Assist in budget preparation and performance analysis.
• Manage daily banking and purchase/sales ledger transactions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong Excel skills

Understanding of costing

Experience in FMCG environments

Ability to work in high-volume environments

Education

AAT Level 4 qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

Xero

Power BI

Job description

Assistant Management Accountant

Grimsby, On–Site (5 days per week)

Full time, Permanent

30–35k DOE

Our client, a rapidly growing chilled food manufacturer supplying major supermarkets, is expanding its finance team to support continued business growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organisation that's investing heavily in people, systems, and process improvement.

As Assistant Management Accountant, you'll play a key role in a small, growing team of three, bridging the gap between the Head of Finance and a junior team member. You'll support day–to–day financial operations, assist with management accounting, and help strengthen controls and reporting across the business.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting the month–end close, preparing journals, reconciliations, and management reports
• Assisting in budget preparation, forecasting, and performance analysis
• Managing daily banking, processing purchase and sales ledger transactions, and reconciling supplier accounts
• Coordinating weekly payroll data (for c.125 headcount) and liaising with the outsourced payroll bureau
• Participating in stock takes, costing analysis, and ensuring accuracy in stock and production reporting
• Producing key financial and operational reports – sales, debtors, headcount, and performance dashboards
• Mentoring the junior team member and supporting the Head of Finance as needed
• Contributing to process improvements as the business transitions to digital systems, Power BI, and a future ERP implementation

We're looking for someone who brings energy, curiosity, and a drive to make an impact in a busy FMCG finance environment.

Essential

• Minimum AAT Level 4 qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Experience within food manufacturing or FMCG environments
• Strong understanding of costing, stock control, and month–end accuracy
• Confident working in fast–moving, high–volume environments (7–day operational business)
• Experience with weekly payroll data and liaising with outsourced payroll providers
• Excellent attention to detail and strong Excel skills

Desirable

• Exposure to Power BI, digital timesheets, or ERP systems
• Experience using Xero or similar accounting software
• A mindset focused on learning, continuous improvement, and innovation

If you're analytical, hands–on, and ready to grow your career in a thriving FMCG business, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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