Trainee Management Accountant

Contract Furniture Manufacturing Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme: discretionary ~10%

Job summary

Contract Furniture Manufacturing Ltd is seeking a Trainee Management Accountant to join the Accounts Team on a full‑time, permanent basis. You will assist the Finance Director with daily accounting tasks and contribute to management accounts, balance sheets, VAT/CIS returns and cash flow forecasts.

The role offers a 30,000–38,000 salary depending on level and experience, with a discretionary bonus around 10% of base salary after the first full financial year.

Qualifications

• Part qualified ACA/CIMA/ACCA with early studies preferred.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaborative, meritocratic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in management accounts preparation including journals and analysis.
• Support monthly balance sheet reconciliations and VAT/CIS returns.
• Help with cash flow forecasting and cross-functional accounting processes.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Numerical analysis

Communication skills

Ownership & responsibility

Education

Part qualified: ACA/CIMA/ACCA

Tools

Sage 200

Sage 50 Payroll

Job description

£30,000 - £38,000 per annum dependant on level and experience Full Time

As a forward-thinking company with ambitious plans for the future, we are looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals to join our team, helping us grow and evolve together.

We are currently recruiting for a Trainee Management Accountant in a newly created role on a Full-time, permanent basis to join our Accounts Team to assist the accounts Finance Director with daily functional accounts processes. The position is an exciting opportunity to build upon all areas within the finance function

Working Hours:

Monday – Friday 8.00am – 5.00pm

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of management accounts including journals and analysis
• Assist in the preparation / review of key monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with the annual statutory accounts process and delivering the external audit
• Maintain strong analysis and control of overheads, including the preparation of detailed cost-variance analysis
• Support inventory controls and stock accounting processes
• Preparation and review of monthly VAT and CIS returns
• Assist with cash flow management and forecasting activities
• Support of other areas of the finance function including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll
• Assist with tax queries and ensure the business is following process for documentation of tax filings
• Supporting key stakeholders within the organisation, providing financial and technical accounting support
• Participating in and delivery of cross functional projects which improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the finance & operational departments
• Project work – system changes, banking analysis, capital allowances workings, VAT reviews etc
• Compilation & preparation of information for Board Packs and other key financial information
• Ad hoc work as and when required

Knowledge, Skill and Experience Required:

• ACA/CIMA/ACCA part qualified (Ideally in the early stages of studies)
• Experience working with (or a strong desire) to work with a dynamic and fast-growing business
• Demonstrate technical competency in financial accounting
• Comfortable in a collegiate, open and meritocratic environment
• Knowledge of Sage 200 and Sage 50 Payroll preferred but not essential
• Advanced Excel skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise work
• Attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• Works well under pressure
• Takes ownership and responsibility
• Strong Numerical and analytical skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

In return we offer a great place to work:

• Competitive Salary with Study support – £30k-£38k (dependant on level and experience)
• Bonus Scheme: Discretionary bonuses are awarded twice annually, typically amounting to around 10% of the annual base salary. Eligibility for the bonus scheme begins after completing one full financial year of continuous employment with the company.

Holiday Entitlement:

• 23 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Additional Holidays for Long Service
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Free on-site parking
• Social Events
• Christmas Savings Club