Assistant Management Accountant

Hays PLC; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected public sector organisation in Wakefield seeks an Assistant Management Accountant to support financial analysis and decision-making. The role offers the chance to take on data-focused responsibilities in a hybrid working environment, providing competitive salary and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years

Generous flexi-time scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• AAT level 4 qualifications or above is essential.
• Experience in an accounting function is required.
• Strong technical accounting skills and commercial awareness expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering a professional business development function.
• Develop and analyze financial and non-financial data for strategic planning.
• Prepare statutory and non-statutory returns, and grant claims.

Skills

Excel

Data Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Accounting Skills

Education

AAT Level 4

Job description

Assistant Management Accountant- AAT, Wakefield

Assistant Management Accountant | AAT Level 4 | Wakefield | Permanent | Full-time| Hybrid | £35,500-37,500

Your new company

We are thrilled to be partnering exclusively with a respected public sector organisation based in Wakefield, currently seeking an
Assistant Management Accountant to join their dynamic and evolving finance team. This is a key role within a newly established function, offering the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality financial analysis and strategic insights. Your work will directly support informed decision-making across the organisation, helping to drive financial sustainability, enhance transparency, and improve operational efficiency.

Your new role
This role is ideal for a traditional Assistant Management Accountant who is looking to take on a more data and improvement-focused role. Daily duties will include:

• Assist in delivering a professional business development function within a secure financial system's environment.
• Develop and analyse financial and non-financial data to support strategic planning.
• Prepare statutory and non-statutory returns, grant claims, and performance indicators.
• Provide financial insight and reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and digital transformation in financial systems.
• Mentor and support Apprentice Accounting Technicians.

What you'll need to succeed

• AAT level 4 qualifications or above
• Experience of working within an accounting function
• Strong technical accounting skills and commercial awareness
• Excellent Excel and data analysis skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to present complex data in accessible formats
• A collaborative and detail-oriented approach
• Experience in budgetary control, forecasting, and financial planning (desirable)

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary: £35,526 - £37,692
• Hybrid working model for better work-life balance
• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years, plus bank holidays
• Generous flexi-time scheme
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Career development and progression opportunities

What you need to do now

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