Assistant Management Accountant - Worsley

Michael Page (UK); Worsley; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to join a dynamic finance team in Worsley. The successful candidate will assist in producing monthly management accounts and support various financial processes. Strong Excel skills and a motivation to study accounting qualifications are essential. In return, the role offers a salary up to £37,000, study support, and excellent development opportunities.

Benefits

Salary up to £37,000

Study support

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

On-site parking

Flexible start / finish times

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards or looking to begin a qualification in AAT, ACCA, CIMA (or equivalent).
• Experience using Sage 200 or similar accounting software is desirable.
• Ability to prioritise under pressure in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in producing monthly management accounts including variance analysis.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and journal postings.
• Support in preparing quarterly VAT returns.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Sage 200 or similar accounting software

Excellent organisation

Time-management skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Qualifications in AAT, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent

Job description

• Assistant Management Accountant - Worsley
• One of the Sunday Times 100 Fastest Growing Companies

About Our Client

A rapidly expanding business - featured in the Sunday Times 100 Fastest Growing Companies - is seeking an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to join their dynamic finance team.

Job Description

• Assist in producing monthly management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow), including variance analysis and commentary
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and journal postings (accruals, prepayments)Review purchase invoice postings for accurate nominal coding
• Support in preparing quarterly VAT returns
• Participate in finance projects and continuous process improvements
• Provide data analysis and reporting to support commercial decisions
• Contribute to annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Assist with statutory accounts, audits and tax queries
• Review and improve accounting procedures for increased efficiency
• Conduct financial analysis to aid profitability and strategic growth

The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant Management Accountant should have:

• Currently studying towards or looking to begin a qualification in AAT, ACCA, CIMA (or equivalent)
• Advanced Excel skills - including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas
• Experience using Sage 200 or similar accounting software is desirable
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritise under pressure in a fast-moving environment
• Proactive mindset and ability to take initiative
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across the business
• Experience with stock and multi-currency/forex transactions is a plus

What's on Offer

• A salary up to £37,000 depending on experience.
• Study support.
• Permanent role with excellent development & exposure.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• On-site parking.
• Flexible start / finish times.

If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting career, apply now to become an Assistant Management Accountant in the retail industry!