Bournemouth Management Accounts Assistant - Fixed-Term

Confidential; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Management Accounts Assistant based in Bournemouth to support day-to-day financial activities, month-end reporting and budgeting processes. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting and maintaining compliant records within a busy finance team.

The successful candidate will have accounting or finance experience, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills to liaise with auditors and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience working in an accounting or finance role.
• Good understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in using financial software and systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.
• Proactive and problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial records in compliance with regulations.
• Assist with month-end reporting, including reconciliations and journal entries.
• Support budgets and forecasts for the accounting team.
• Monitor and report on financial performance, highlighting variances.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure timely financial reporting.Provide support during audits and liaise with external auditors as required.
• Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency within the finance function.
• Assist with other ad hoc financial tasks as needed.

Skills

Accounting experience

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Team player

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a Management Accounts Assistant based in Bournemouth to support day-to-day financial activities, month-end reporting and budgeting processes. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting and maintaining compliant records within a busy finance team.

The successful candidate will have accounting or finance experience, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills to liaise with auditors and colleagues.