Assistant Management Accountant

EMED Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare transport is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join their team in Leeds. The role involves supporting financial reporting through preparation of management accounts and performing ad-hoc data analysis. Suitable candidates will be studying towards a professional qualification with some finance experience, and possess strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

33 days holiday (including BHs)

Option for study support towards a professional accountancy qualification

Pension Scheme

Income protection

Life Assurance

24/7 online/telephone GP consultations

Second opinion medical support

Access to mental health, physiotherapy, and legal advice

Financial guidance on retirement, taxes, and benefits

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• 1+ years of finance experience.
• Good knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of management accounts, including prepayments, accruals, and fixed assets.
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Supporting Accounts Payable and Receivable teams with complex transactions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of basic accounting principles

Education

Studying for a professional qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Management Accountant to join our team based in Leeds.

As an Assistant Management Accountant, you will support the Financial Reporting Accountant in preparing, collating, and reporting monthly P&L and balance sheet data. You will also perform ad-hoc data analysis and reporting to enhance management information and share insights across the business.

Benefits include:

• 33 days holiday (including BHs)
• Option for study support towards a professional accountancy qualification
• Pension Scheme
• Income protection
• Life Assurance
• 24/7 online/telephone GP consultations and prescriptions
• Second opinion medical support following diagnosis or during treatment
• Cash-plan benefits covering dental, optical, chiropody, and more
• Access to mental health, physiotherapy, and legal advice
• Financial guidance on retirement, taxes, and benefits
• Long Service Recognition Scheme
• Values-based Internal Recognition Scheme with rewards
• Refer a Friend recruitment incentive
• Support through the EMED Foundation
• Blue Light Card access
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Flu vaccination campaigns

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation of management accounts, including prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, and fleet costs
• Review and correction of invoice postings and cost centre allocations
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis
• Supporting Accounts Payable and Receivable teams with complex transactions
• Assisting FP&A team and stakeholders with fleet expense queries

Minimum requirements:

• Studying for a professional qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 1+ years of finance experience
• Good knowledge of basic accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial software
• Strong analytical skills and logical thinking
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, reliable, and proactive
• Problem-solving attitude and flexibility

About Us

The EMED Group, formed from the merger of ERS Medical and E-Zec Medical, is the largest Patient Transport and Care Partner to the NHS, with around 4,000 colleagues across 60 depots. We are committed to improving patient care and community health through our transport services, supporting diversity and inclusion, and fostering a respectful and safe working environment.