Assistant Management Accountant

Phagenesis Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in medical equipment manufacturing is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to support its financial operations in Manchester. The successful candidate will manage month-end processes, payroll, VAT returns, and intercompany billing, ensuring accuracy and compliance. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary range

Benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Collaborative and innovative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting functions, particularly in month-end close and reconciliations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Allocate daily cash and process revenue on the sales ledger.
• Prepare and post month-end journals.
• Process payrolls for multiple countries ensuring accuracy.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Analytical Thinking

Time Management

Education

Part-Qualified ACCA/CIMA

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

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The Assistant Management Accountant will play a key role in supporting the financial operations of the company. This role involves working across multiple functions, including month-end processes, payroll processing, VAT returns, intercompany billing, and general accounting duties. The position requires a high level of accuracy, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining a focus on delivering excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Order to Cash:

• Allocate daily cash and process revenue on the sales ledger.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of sales and cash transactions.
• Month-End Close for all entities:
• Preparation and posting of month-end journals.
• Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts.
• Conduct variance analysis and review monthly P&L, collaborating closely with the Group Finance Manager.
• Ensure all financial transactions are recorded in line with company policies.
• Support with financial reporting and analysis.
• Review nominal ledgers to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Payroll Processing:

• Process payrolls for UK, Germany, Austria, and the US entities, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Resolve payroll queries and discrepancies, providing support to employees.
• Generate and distribute payroll reports to management.
• Credit Card Claims and Expense Management:
• Process credit card claims accurately and in line with company policies.
• Oversee and manage the Rydoo expense system, ensuring all employee expenses are submitted, reviewed, and processed according to company policies.
• Ensure compliance with the company's mileage rates and other expense policies.
• Resolve any discrepancies related to credit card claims or employee expenses in a timely manner.

VAT:

• Prepare and submit VAT returns for all operational countries.
• Reconcile VAT accounts to ensure accuracy
• Provide relevant information to company auditors and advisors for timely and accurate statutory and tax reporting.

Intercompany Billing:

• Generate and process intercompany invoices in line with transfer pricing policies.
• Ensure intercompany accounts are reconciled regularly and resolve any discrepancies in transactions between company entities.

General:

• Provide backup support for accounts payable and receivable, as needed.
• Assist the Group Finance Manager with any ad-hoc requests, including additional reconciliations and reporting tasks.
• Part-Qualified ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent qualification) with an understanding of accounting principles.
• Experience in accounting functions, particularly in month-end close, reconciliations, payroll, VAT returns, and intercompany transactions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and relevant software applications.
• Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while juggling multiple priorities.
• 2 years’ experience within a similar role

Skills:

• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in financial data entry, journal postings, and account reconciliations, ensuring all transactions are properly tracked and recorded.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify discrepancies in financial data and resolve issues efficiently.
• Analytical Thinking: Proficient in conducting variance analysis, reviewing P&L statements, and analyzing financial reports to support decision-making.
• Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and manage multiple deadlines, particularly during month-end close.

Personality Traits:

• Proactive: Energetic, with a drive to improve financial processes.
• Adaptable: Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
• Team-Oriented: Collaborative with excellent interpersonal skills at all organizational levels.
• Professional Integrity: High standards of professionalism and confidentiality.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary range
• Benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and innovative work environment

Phagenesis is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnicity, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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