Assistant Management Accountant

Torus Group; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic finance organization in Liverpool is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join their team. The role involves producing accurate financial reports, supporting budget holders, and assisting with the annual budget-setting process. Candidates should possess an AAT qualification and have experience delivering financial services. This position offers hybrid working, allowing for flexibility between home and office environments. Strong analytical skills and a full driving licence are essential for supporting business needs and travel requirements.

Qualifications

• AAT qualification or equivalent experience is required.
• Strong understanding of accountancy practices is crucial.
• Experience managing financial services and producing reports is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Produce timely monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
• Support budget holders through financial planning meetings.
• Assist with budget-setting processes and quarterly Board reporting.

Skills

AAT qualification (or equivalent experience)

Strong understanding of accountancy practices

Proven experience delivering financial management services

Ability to produce high-quality financial statements

Experience working collaboratively

Governance and balanced risk management experience

Full driving licence

Job description

Job Advert

Torus is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Management Accountant, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the Group’s financial position is reported accurately and on time. You’ll be responsible for producing clear, timely and insightful financial reports, as well as providing ad‑hoc analysis to support effective decision‑making across the organisation. Working closely with budget holders, you will help build confidence in their numbers and support them in achieving their commercial goals. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure across all areas of Management Accounting while making a real impact within a forward‑thinking organisation.

This role offers hybrid working, with time split between home working, our Liverpool office and our HMS office in Stonebridge. Travel to our St Helens and Warrington offices may be required in line with business needs – therefore, a full driving licence is essential.

What you will be doing:

• Producing accurate, timely monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
• Supporting budget holders through regular financial planning meetings and providing insightful commentary.
• Assisting with the annual budget‑setting process and quarterly Board reporting.
• Managing designated balance sheet reconciliations and contributing to ongoing process improvements.
• Providing financial support, advice and training to service and cost centre managers.
• Preparing performance statistics and ad‑hoc financial reports.
• Ensuring external financial returns are completed accurately and on time.
• Demonstrating a commitment to Health & Safety, Equality & Diversity and continuous improvement.
• Deputising for the Management Accountant or Development Accountant where required.

What we are looking for:

• AAT qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Strong understanding of accountancy practices
• Proven experience delivering financial management services
• Ability to produce high-quality financial statements, analysis and value‑for‑money insights
• Experience working collaboratively and taking collective responsibility for performance
• Governance, financial compliance and balanced risk management experience
• Full driving licence (essential due to travel requirements)

Interview Process:

Candidates will undergo in‑person interviews, consisting of a competency‑based interview. Interviews will take place on 20th January 2026 at our Liverpool City Centre office.

Additional Information:

• Right to work verification
• Qualification certificate check
• 2x completed references
• OH Health Questionnaire – Fit For Work
• DBS check (if required for role)
• Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C’s

Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.