Jnr Management Accountant - Canterbury - CIMA Training

Hawke Search; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support

Career progression

Job summary

Hawke Search is seeking a Junior Management Accountant to join our Canterbury office and launch a career in accounting. The role offers study support towards professional qualifications and exposure to a diverse client portfolio.

You will assist in monthly management accounts, budgeting, cashflow, VAT, and reporting while developing technical skills and progressing along a professional path.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline, or AAT Level 3/4 qualified.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Good working knowledge of Excel and accounting software.
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach.
• A genuine desire to build a long-term career in accountancy.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow reporting processes.
• Performing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining financial records.
• Assisting with VAT returns and other statutory reporting requirements.
• Analysing financial data and producing management reports.
• Supporting senior accountants and finance managers on client assignments.
• Liaising with clients to gather financial information and resolve queries.
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal procedures.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Accounting/Finance degree or AAT Level 3/4

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Junior Management Accountant

Location: Canterbury, Kent

Salary: Competitive + Study Support + Career Progression

Are you an ambitious accounting graduate or AAT-qualified professional looking to launch your career with one of the UK's fastest-growing accountancy firms?

We are seeking a motivated Junior Management Accountant to join our expanding Canterbury office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stages of their accounting career who is eager to develop their technical skills, gain exposure to a diverse client portfolio, and progress towards a professional qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow reporting processes
• Performing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining financial records
• Assisting with VAT returns and other statutory reporting requirements
• Analysing financial data and producing management reports
• Supporting senior accountants and finance managers on client assignments
• Liaising with clients to gather financial information and resolve queries
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal procedures

About You

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, or AAT Level 3/4 qualified
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities
• Good working knowledge of Excel and accounting software
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach
• A genuine desire to build a long-term career in accountancy
• Previous finance or accounting experience is advantageous but not essential

What's on Offer

• Full study support towards CIMA qualifications
• Structured training and mentorship from experienced professionals
• Exposure to a broad range of clients and industries
• Clear career progression opportunities within a rapidly growing firm
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive, collaborative, and modern working environment