Management Accounts Associate

Ballards LLP; Droitwich Spa; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning firm of chartered accountants is seeking a Management Accounts Associate in Droitwich Spa. The role involves managing accounting needs and supporting financial reporting. Ideal candidates should be detail-oriented, have AAT Level 2 or 3, and excellent communication skills. This position offers hybrid working and a range of benefits including 25 days annual leave and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Electric Car scheme

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and committed individual keen to develop a career in accountancy.
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Clear and professional communication with colleagues and clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day accounting and finance needs for clients.
• Support the preparation of management accounts.
• Balance and maintain ledgers with precision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Excellent communication skills

Education

AAT Level 2 or 3

Job description

Ballards LLP are an award-winning firm of chartered accountants, with offices in Worcester, Droitwich, and Birmingham. With a modern approach to accountancy and a passion for providing excellent client service, Ballards LLP provides a wide range of accountancy services across a variety of sectors.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Management Accounts Associate to join our growing Outsourced Accounts team. In this role, you will assist in managing the day-to-day accounting and finance needs for a variety of clients, helping to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

About the role:

• Accurate weekly/monthly data entry to support real-time accounting
• Supporting the preparation of management accounts
• Balancing and maintaining ledgers with precision
• Processing monthly financial data in a timely and organised manner
• Collaborating with other departments to deliver seamless service
• Investigating and following up on client information in line with Service Level Agreements
• Identifying and escalating any discrepancies or anomalies in financial data
• Maintaining consistent communication with clients to meet record-keeping deadlines
• Ensuring all software entries are accurate and well-documented
• Attending college regularly and engaging fully with your study programme

About you:

You’ll be an enthusiastic and committed individual who is keen to continue to develop a career in accountancy. You should have a strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and excellent communication skills.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has achieved AAT Level 2 or 3
• Has a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Communicates clearly and professionally, both with colleagues and clients
• Is able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Can manage deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively
• Is committed to personal development and exam success through regular college attendance, whilst continuing to study for their AAT qualification and beyond

About the rewards:

• Hybrid and flexible working
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Career progression
• Electric Car scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Flexible Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Enhanced Family Pay – maternity, paternity, parental, and compassionate leave
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential helpline as well as online support