Assistant Management Accountant

Empower Family Group; Taunton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's social care provider seeks an Assistant Management Accountant in Taunton. The role involves preparing management accounts, performing data analysis, and maintaining financial records. Candidates should be part-qualified accountants with experience in accounting. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in children's lives, with opportunities for professional growth and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive salary

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar accounting role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Experience of preparing management accounts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Conduct data analysis for financial reporting.
• Post journal entries in Xero.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Xero

Job description

Overview

Empower Family Group is a leading provider of children's social care services in the South West of England. We are growing fast and currently looking for a motivated Assistant Management Accountant to join our finance team in Taunton. If you're looking for a role where your work will truly make a difference and where you can grow in your career, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and year end management accounts for eight group entities.
• Data analysis and the preparation of detailed accrued/deferred income and prepayments/accruals workings.
• Preparing and posting journal entries in Xero.
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts.
• Identifying new fixed assets and preparing/maintaining the group's fixed asset registers.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports and presentations.
• Ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required.
• Assist with payroll processing activities.
• Assist in maintaining financial records and working papers, including the ongoing review of accounting records for accuracy/completeness.
• Monitor budgets and track variances across the business.
• Help drive financial analysis to inform key business decisions.
• Contribute to ad hoc finance projects and continuous process improvements.
• Any other ad hoc tasks to support the finance team in the performance of its day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or actively studying towards a professional accounting qualification.
• Proven experience in a similar accounting role, or alternatively a practice-based role and making a first move into industry.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Experience of preparing management accounts and general bookkeeping.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Xero (preferably), or other similar cloud-based accounting software suites.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy is an absolute must.
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive approach to work and a desire to learn/improve.
• A questioning mindset and the ability to challenge material where appropriate.

Benefits

• Work in a supportive, family-oriented organisation making a real difference in children's lives.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Be part of a team that values your input and expertise.