Assistant Management Accountant

Michael Page; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A global aviation services provider is hiring an Assistant Management Accountant in London. This temporary position offers flexibility, with key responsibilities including monthly financial close processes and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting. The ideal candidate will hold an accounting degree and be pursuing a professional qualification while possessing strong Excel skills.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Supportive work environment

Focus on professional development

Immediate start available

2 days a week remote working

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing CIMA, ACCA, or an equivalent certification.
• Prior experience in accounting is required.
• Proficiency in Excel functions like VLOOKUP and PivotTables.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to billing process and revenue recognition activities.
• Managing intercompany transactions and ensuring accurate reconciliations.
• Performing bank reconciliations and maintaining financial accuracy.

Skills

Excel

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Accounting

Job description

In your role as Assistant Management Accountant, you will play a key part in ensuring the monthly financial close is completed on time and that all figures reported to the Group are both accurate and reliable.

Client Details

This global aviation services provider specialises in ground handling operations, offering air cargo, baggage handling, and technical support at airports worldwide. With a focus on safety, efficiency, and innovation, it partners with airlines and airports to ensure the smooth flow of passengers and freight.

Description

• Contributing to the billing process and supporting revenue recognition activities.
• Assisting in the tracking and administration of fixed assets, including capital investments and lease agreements.
• Helping to compile monthly accruals and manage prepayment schedules.
• Managing intercompany transactions and ensuring accurate reconciliations.
• Analysing overhead costs and providing insights into expenditure trends.
• Supporting the entry and processing of both accounts payable and receivable invoices.
• Performing bank reconciliations and ensuring correct allocation of incoming funds.
• Preparing reconciliations for balance sheet accounts to maintain financial accuracy.
• Posting journal entries as part of the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and recommending system improvements.
• Delivering financial insights and collaborating with both management and financial accountants, as well as cross-functional teams.

Profile

• A degree in accounting or a closely related field is essential.
• Actively pursuing a professional accounting qualification such as CIMA, ACCA, or an equivalent certification.
• Prior experience in accounting, particularly with involvement in month-end processes within a corporate setting, is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including functions like VLOOKUP and PivotTables, along with a basic understanding of PowerPoint, is necessary.

Job Offer

• An hourly rate ranging from 17 to 20, based on experience.
• A temporary position offering flexibility and variety.
• An opportunity to work within a renowned business.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on professional development.
• Free on site parking
• Immediate start available
• 2 days a week remote working