Assistant Management Accountant

Markerstudy Group; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Markerstudy Group is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to support month-end close and reporting. The role involves preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheets, and assisting with audits, all within a collaborative finance team focused on continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and currently studying towards an accounting qualification.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and adaptability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a finance team environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and post accurate journals as part of the month-end close process.
• Perform timely balance sheet reconciliations and support financial reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in finance.

Skills

Excel skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-starter attitude

Education

Studying towards ACA, CIMA, ACCA or AAT qualified

Tools

SAGE Intacct

Anaplan

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Management Accountant
Location: Bretton, Peterborough (Hybrid - 2 days on site)

About the Role
Markerstudy Insurance is seeking a motivated Assistant Management Accountant to join our Group Finance team. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in supporting our month-end close and reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness across financial records.

You'll be instrumental in preparing journal entries, completing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting both internal and external reporting. This role offers the chance to get involved in continuous improvement projects and finance transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and post accurate journals as part of the month-end close process.
• Perform timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations, resolving open items promptly.
• Review reconciliations to ensure compliance with internal controls and departmental standards.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Drive continuous improvement and simplification for assigned cost/balance sheet areas.
• Document procedures and controls for areas under your responsibility.
• Assist with financial reporting, including statutory accounts and schedules.
• Provide ad hoc support to the wider Controllership and FP&A teams.
• Collaborate on cross-functional finance projects.

About You
We're looking for someone with:

• Strong work ethic and adaptability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Excellent Excel skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Great attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
• A self-starter attitude with a sense of urgency and ownership.

Qualifications and Experience

• Studying towards a professional qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) or AAT qualified.
• Experience with SAGE Intacct or Anaplan is desirable.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a finance team environment.

Why Join Markerstudy?
Join a collaborative finance team where innovation and shared learning are encouraged. You'll be empowered to contribute to meaningful change while developing your professional skills in a supportive environment.