Assistant Management Accountant

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jonathan Lee Group is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to provide day-to-day financial support within a fast-moving manufacturing environment, focusing on management reporting and month-end processes.

You will help prepare monthly management accounts, assist with budgeting and forecasting, maintain accurate records, and drive process improvements that enhance decision-making for non-finance stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to data and deadlines.
• Confident Excel skills and a willingness to learn new finance tools and systems.
• AAT/ACCA/CIMA pathway, or equivalent experience working within an accounts or finance environment.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to explain information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Pride in delivering accurate work and supporting a smooth month-end routine.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and performance reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to highlight trends and areas for action.
• Help maintain accurate financial records, ensuring documentation is complete and audit-ready.
• Support cost tracking and performance analysis to improve visibility across the business.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to gather information and resolve queries efficiently.
• Contribute to process improvements that make reporting quicker, cleaner, and more reliable.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Communication

Time management

Education

AAT/ACCA/CIMA pathway or equivalent

Job description

Step into an exciting finance opportunity as an Assistant Management Accountant, where day-to-day support turns into real business impact. This role sits within the finance function of a leading manufacturer in the commercial kitchen and food service equipment industry, helping the wider team make informed decisions, stay organised, and keep performance on track. If you enjoy working with numbers, producing clear reporting, and improving processes along the way, the Assistant Management Accountant role is a fantastic place to grow.

What You Will Do

• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and performance reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to highlight trends and areas for action.
• Help maintain accurate financial records, ensuring documentation is complete and audit-ready.
• Support cost tracking and performance analysis to improve visibility across the business.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to gather information and resolve queries efficiently.
• Contribute to process improvements that make reporting quicker, cleaner, and more reliable.

What You Will Bring

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to data and deadlines.
• Confident Excel skills and a willingness to learn new finance tools and systems.
• A relevant AAT/ACCA/CIMA pathway, or equivalent experience working within an accounts or finance environment.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to explain information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Pride in delivering accurate work and supporting a smooth month-end routine.

This Assistant Management Accountant position is all about enabling better decisions. By supporting the production of management reporting and assisting with budgeting and analysis, this role helps the business stay aligned with operational goals and maintain high standards in a fast-moving manufacturing environment. The company operates with a clear focus on quality and continuous improvement, and the Assistant Management Accountant will play a visible part in turning information into practical, useful insights for the teams who rely on it.