Interim Assistant Management Accountant

Jackson Hogg Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the healthcare sector is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant on an interim basis. This key opportunity is ideal for someone with solid experience in finance and management accounts, looking to step into a dynamic role with growth potential. You will support management accountants in delivering timely financial data, contribute to budget and forecast preparation, and mentor junior finance staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a finance role with involvement in management accounts.
• Strong Excel and finance system skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial systems and verify coding/project costs.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and P&L analysis.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Excel

Interpersonal skills

Communication abilities

Management accounting

Finance systems

Education

AAT Level 4 qualification

Job description

An organisation in the healthcare sector is looking for Assistant Management Accountant on an interim basis. This is a key opportunity for someone with solid experience in finance and management accounts who is looking to step into a dynamic role with room to grow.

The Role
You'll support the management accountants and finance manager in delivering accurate, timely financial data that drives business decisions. This includes:

• Maintaining financial systems and verifying coding/project costs
• Posting journals, accruals, and prepayments
• Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and P&L analysis
• Supporting the quarterly management accounts process
• Assisting with budgeting and forecasting
• Monitoring procurement efficiency and supplier contracts
• Managing NHS pension reconciliations and property cost tracking
• Producing reports for project performance evaluation
• Contributing to the development of finance policies and mentoring junior finance staff

About You:

• AAT Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in a finance role with involvement in management accounts
• Strong Excel and finance system skills
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities