Assistant Management Accountant

Superdrug Stores Plc; Northampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in Milton Keynes is looking for an Assistant Management Accountant to assist with monthly management accounts and financial support. This temp-to-perm role offers a competitive salary of £32,000 – £35,000 and opportunities for career development and study support for professional qualifications.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Study support for professional qualifications

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar finance role or management accounts exposure.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Proactive individual.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team-oriented approach

Education

Part-qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA) or actively studying

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We're looking for an Assistant Management Accountant to join a dynamic FMCG business in Milton Keynes on a temp‑to‑perm basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to management accounts and progress your career in a fast‑paced environment.

Our client is a leading FMCG company with a strong presence in the UK market. Known for their innovative approach and commitment to quality, they offer a collaborative culture and excellent opportunities for development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Assist with accruals, prepayments, and journal postings.
• Provide financial support to operational teams and respond to queries.
• Contribute to process improvements and ad‑hoc projects.

Qualifications

• Part‑qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA) or actively studying.
• Previous experience in a similar finance role (assistant management accountant or management accounts exposure).
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines.
• Proactive, with strong communication skills and a team‑oriented approach.

Benefits & Conditions

• Competitive salary of £32,000 – £35,000.
• Temp‑to‑perm opportunity with clear progression.
• Study support for professional qualifications.
• Exposure to a fast‑paced FMCG environment with career development opportunities.