Assistant Management Accountant

Staging It; Newport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing business in Newport seeks a motivated accountant to join their finance team. You will oversee daily accounting management, report preparation, and ensure compliance with internal controls. The role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and valuable perks, including flexible working hours and generous holidays.

Benefits

Study package for professional development

Flexible working hours

25 days holidays + Bank Holidays

4% Employer Pension

Healthshield Cash Plan for optical and dental

Life Assurance

Company uniform provided

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounting and finance.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team effectively.
• Strong analytical skills for financial insights.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting activities and financial reporting.
• Prepare quarterly VAT returns and payroll records.
• Ensure financial data accuracy for audits.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

SAP

Job description

Are you a meticulous and motivated accountant ready to make a real impact? My client is a leading international manufacturing business looking for a talented individual to join a supportive finance team in Newport.

What You'll Do (The Core Stuff)

You'll be the backbone of our Accounts Department, ensuring smooth operations and accurate financial reporting. Your responsibilities will include:

• Daily Accounting Management: Overseeing all day-to-day activities, from cash book in SAP to fixed asset register maintenance.
• Essential Reporting: Preparing quarterly VAT returns and meticulous payroll (P11D) records.
• Key Reconciliations: Expertly handling General Ledger, Payroll, Purchase Ledger (GRNI), and Sales Ledger reconciliations.
• Financial Insight: Processing journals, preparing ad-hoc reports for audits, and providing crucial financial data to Senior Management.
• Team Support: Guiding and assisting payroll, purchase, and sales ledger staff.
• Process Perfection: Ensuring internal controls are rock-solid, hitting all deadlines, and continuously improving our departmental procedures.
  
  

What's On Offer (The Sweet Perks)

• Competitive Salary: £35-40K (depending on experience & qualifications)
• Invest in You: Study package for professional development (exams/course, material, study days - 2-3 days, 50% repayment if half way through!)
• Work-Life Balance: 38 hours per week with flexible start/finish times (Mon-Thurs 8am-4.30pm, Fri 8am-2.30pm)
• Generous Holidays: 25 days + UK Bank Holidays (Jan - Dec)
• Secure Future: 4% Employee, 4% Employer Pension
• Health & Wellness: Healthshield Cash Plan for optical, dental, and more (upfront pay & claim back). Dental £75, Optical £75.
• Life Assurance: 1.5 x annual salary
• Job Security: 3-month probation (both schemes are free benefits to members)
• Convenient Commute: Drive directly to our location!
• Professional Look: Company uniform provided.
  
  

Are You Our Next Accounting Ace?

I'm Looking For Someone Who Is

• A Natural Leader: Able to train, lead, and motivate a team to hit deadlines.
• Highly Organised: Team-oriented and a pro at improving accounting processes to meet objectives.
• A Great Communicator: Strong at requesting and relaying information internally and externally.
• Problem Solver: Can demonstrate sound practical knowledge across all finance functions.
  
  

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