Assistant Management Accountant

Slater and Gordon Lawyers (UK); Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant in Manchester to support the management accounting function. This position involves preparing management accounts, providing financial insights, and contributing to process improvements. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial accounting, advanced Excel skills, and a relevant degree, with a preference for part-qualified professionals. The firm offers a hybrid work environment and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days holiday allowance plus 5 optional

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Income protection insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in Management Accounts production and optimisation.
• Part-qualified is preferred.
• Knowledge of a law firm is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the monthly management accounts for several entities.
• Assist in the production of the consolidated accounts.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement within the finance department.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Excel (advanced)

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

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Slater and Gordon are a leading consumer law firm which provides a broad range of specialist legal and complementary services. We are undergoing a huge transformation across all areas of the business, with a focus on people and technology, and our mission is to give people easier access to our world class legal services. We have an exciting opportunity for a Assistant Management Accountant to join our team in Manchester, The role will be a key in supporting the management accounting function, providing valuable financial insights, and contributing to developing a high-class finance team.

Responsibilities: Prepare the monthly management accounts for several entities, including providing supporting analysis where required.Ensure all month end journals are accurate and are supported by adequate supporting documentation.Assist in the production of the consolidated monthly management accounts through posting journals, ensuring accurate cost/revenue allocations.Produce and maintain monthly and quarterly balance sheet reconciliations where required.Work closely with the transactions and payroll teams to ensure costs and income accounted for correctly.Identify opportunities for process improvement within the finance department. Collaborate with colleagues to implement and document process improvements.Assist in the Audit, addressing inquiries and providing necessary supporting information.

About You: Proven ability to influence and challenge effectively.Microsoft Excel (advanced) level.Experience in Management Accounts production and optimisation.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Organises and prioritises workload appropriately.Experience in a similar role. (Part-qualified is preferred).Knowledge of a law firm (Preferred).Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. (Preferred). What we offer in return:

We offer a hybrid working environment, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday allowance plus the option to purchase an extra 5 days, pension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance and income protection insurance. The opportunity to develop a rewarding and successful career with an award- winning law firm.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Law Practice

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