Hybrid Assistant Management Accountant

University of St Mark and St John, Plymouth; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

University of St Mark and St John, Plymouth invites applications for an Assistant Management Accountant to join the Finance team. The role supports the Management Accountant with monthly reporting, budgeting and data analysis, ensuring accuracy across the full management accounting cycle.

You will be AAT Level 4 qualified or part qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ICAEW) and possess advanced Excel skills with a proactive, collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 qualified or part qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ICAEW) typical for the role.
• Strong Excel skills and data accuracy is essential.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities are required.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare monthly management accounts and monitor income vs. budget.
• Assist with the annual budget process and variance analysis.
• Maintain finance systems and data reconciliations (Open Accounts, eBIS).
• Support regulatory returns and ad hoc analysis.
• Contribute to developing systems and processes for efficiency.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

AAT Level 4 qualification

Tools

Open Accounts

eBIS

Job description

University of St Mark and St John, Plymouth invites applications for an Assistant Management Accountant to join the Finance team. The role supports the Management Accountant with monthly reporting, budgeting and data analysis, ensuring accuracy across the full management accounting cycle.

You will be AAT Level 4 qualified or part qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ICAEW) and possess advanced Excel skills with a proactive, collaborative approach.