Assistant Management Accountant

This exciting Assistant Management Accountant position will have the opportunity to develop their existing finance experience through overseeing AP and AR, whilst assisting with preparation of management accounts, budgeting and forecasting for a growing business, within an international finance team.

Client Details

My client are a market leading, fast-growing business consultancy, who are expanding their market to the UK.

Description

As the Assistant Management Accountant your responsibilities will include:

• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts by analysing financial data, performing balance sheet reconciliations, calculating accruals, and managing prepayments to ensure accurate reporting.

• Aid in developing annual budgets and regular financial forecasts by collaborating with department heads and analysing historical data to provide accurate projections.

• Help monitor cash flow forecasts to ensure the company meets its financial obligations, reviewing cash inflows and outflows to identify potential shortfalls and optimise management.

• Manage transactional finance tasks by processing invoices, ensuring timely payments to suppliers, and reconciling accounts to maintain accurate records.

• Perform regular bank reconciliations to verify the accuracy of financial records, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly.

• Assist in preparing and submitting VAT returns in compliance with HMRC regulations, gathering necessary documentation and ensuring timely filings.

• Collaborate with the payroll team to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, verifying hours and compliance with relevant regulations.

• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and addressing auditor inquiries, ensuring a smooth and compliant audit process.

• Support process improvement initiatives, analyzing workflows and collaborating with the team to enhance efficiency.

Profile

The successful Assistant Management Accountant:

• Studying towards AAT/CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent
• Strong understanding of double entry accounting
• Strong excel skills
• Previous experience using accounting software such as Xero/Sage
• Desire to complete accounting qualification
• Articulate, proactive, team player
• Excellent, proven verbal and written communication skills

Job Offer

• £35,000 - £45,000 salary
• Immediate start
• Permanent contract
• Hybrid working
• Based in Central London
• Additional benefits