Assistant Management Accountant

LanesGgroup; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent utility provider in Leeds is looking for an Assistant Management Accountant. You will assist the finance team in preparing management accounts, budgeting, and financial reporting, and ensure accurate record-keeping. Ideal candidates should have strong Excel skills and be studying towards AAT qualifications. This role offers 24 days holiday and life assurance benefits.

Benefits

24 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Life assurance and death-in-service benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance or accounting role preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Perform variance analysis and assist in cost tracking.
• Collaborate with internal departments to gather financial data.

Skills

Excel skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork capabilities

Education

Part-qualified or studying towards AAT or further professional exams

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Assistant Management Accountant

Join the Team That Keeps the Nation Flowing!

At Lanes Group, we're proud to be the UK's largest independent provider of water and wastewater services. Since 1992, we've been helping keep the country's water systems running smoothly - and we're growing fast, thanks to our incredible team of over 4,000 people and our cutting‑edge fleet and equipment.

As our Assistant Management Accountant, you will support the finance team by helping prepare monthly management accounts, assisting with budgeting and forecasting, performing account reconciliations, and analyzing financial data. You will ensure accurate record‑keeping, contribute to financial reporting, and collaborate with departments to provide insights that aid in business decision‑making and cost control.

The Role at a Glance

Location: Elements Ring Road Lower Wortley Leeds, LS12 6AB

Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £34,000

What You'll Be Doing

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Accruals, prepayments and loan account reconciliation
• Perform variance analysis and assist in cost tracking.
• Maintain financial records and ensure data accuracy.
• Reconcile accounts and assist with month‑end and year‑end close processes.
• Help monitor KPIs and provide insights to support decision‑making.
• Collaborate with internal departments to gather financial data.
• Support compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Assist with audit preparation and external reporting requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Part‑qualified or studying towards AAT or further professional exams
• Previous experience in a finance or accounting role preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork capabilities.

What You'll Get in Return

We believe in looking after our people. Here's what you can expect:

• 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Life assurance and death‑in‑service benefits
• A supportive team and a company that's always moving forward

If this sounds like the kind of place you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you!