Assistant Management Accounts Manager

Elior; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free, tasty meals

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Paid volunteering days

Pension schemes and life assurance

Pension & life assurance

Discounts on entertainment, travel

Job summary

A leading catering company in Macclesfield is looking for an experienced Assistant Management Accounts Manager to enhance their financial decision-making processes. You will prepare management reports, manage site accounts, and ensure compliance. Ideal candidates will have accounting qualifications and strong Excel skills, with a passion for service and teamwork. This position offers various benefits including career development opportunities and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proficient in accounting concepts with strong IT skills.
• Experience in people management or mentoring.
• Proactive and innovative mindset with focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate management reports, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Manage a portfolio of 100 site accounts and produce P&L statements.
• Ensure accurate client invoicing consistent with P&L data.
• Process accruals and prepayments at month-end; reconcile site balance sheets.
• Liaise with stakeholders and provide training as needed.
• Ensure invoicing reflects P&L data and maintain internal controls.

Skills

AAT qualified or qualified by experience

Strong understanding of VAT and accounting principles

Advanced Excel capabilities

Interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Effective under pressure

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Assistant Management Accounts Manager role at Elior.

This range is provided by Elior. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

What you’ll be doing

• As an Assistant Management Accounts Manager, you’ll support the management accounts team by preparing accurate financial information to aid business decision-making. You’ll assist in producing management reports, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis, helping to drive financial performance and control.
• Manage a portfolio of 100 site accounts, producing a P&L statement for each and ensuring all contract terms are accurately reflected.
• Process accruals and prepayments at month-end, ensuring site balance sheets are accurate, fully reconciled, and compliant.
• Perform account analysis and prepare variance commentary comparing actual results to budget.
• Conduct periodic contract reviews, ensuring terms are aligned with accounting records.
• Ensure client invoicing is accurate and consistent with P&L data.
• Liaise with stakeholders to understand performance, review processes, and deliver training where necessary.
• Provide financial support and guidance to the business as required.
• Monitor and review site bookkeeping systems, identifying and correcting errors.
• Analyze cost structures, control expenses, and optimize resource use.
• Identify risks, ensure internal controls, and maintain regulatory compliance.

Working pattern

Working pattern: Monday - Friday

What you can bring

• AAT qualified or qualified by experience candidates will also be considered.
• Solid understanding of VAT and accounting principles.
• Proficient in accounting concepts with strong IT skills, including advanced Excel capabilities.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Passionate about service; warm, approachable, and skilled in interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across diverse teams.
• Proactive and innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Exceptional attention to detail combined with resilience in fast-paced environments.
• Experience in people management or mentoring, fostering team development and collaboration.

Benefits

• Free, tasty meals; flexible working options; generous holiday allowance (33 days) with the option to buy more.
• Leave for life’s important moments and paid volunteering days.
• Career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts on entertainment, leisure, and travel.
• We welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with; no need for legal names at this stage.

About Elior and your impact

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission is to enrich lives everywhere, every day, and 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here.

We celebrate diversity and inclusion as core parts of who we are, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

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