Assistant Management Accountant

Assistant Management Accountant

Reporting to: Head of Finance

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm (37.5 Per Week)

Role Overview:Join a dynamic, fast-paced finance team as an Assistant Management Accountant! Collaborate with the Head of Finance and Management Accountant to enhance and improve financial processes across the UK, Eire, and the wider group, aligning them with business goals while driving positive change.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts:

• Prepare and deliver UK and Irish accounts & forecasts, providing valuable insights and analysis.

• Review and manage balance sheet reconciliations (cash, intercompany balances, accruals, etc.).

• Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring accurate recording of additions, disposals, and depreciation.

• Manage cash flow, forecasting, and authorising payments.

• Support rebate recovery process and provide key analysis.

• Handle National Statistic filings with accuracy.

• Provide KPI analysis to track business and staff performance.

• Assist in reviewing Construction Company Accounts.

• Play a key role in evaluating the viability of new projects.

Systems, Projects & Developments:

• Manage and optimise accounting systems in collaboration with IT teams.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead the change.

• Take ownership of exciting ad-hoc projects and assist with HMRC-related queries.

• Streamline import/export processes for greater efficiency.

• Ensure compliance with FSC/PEFC reporting standards.

People:

• Lead and support a motivated team of 10 finance staff, encouraging a collaborative, high-performance culture.

• Work closely with other departments (payroll, credit control) to resolve issues and improve processes.

• Assist with the annual audit process and related audit journals.

• Manage HMRC inquiries and communications.

• Collaborate with the finance team to adapt to evolving business needs.

Delivery & Communication of Financial Information:

• Share weekly and monthly financial reports to ensure transparency and aid decision-making.

• Develop innovative financial reports and analysis to guide strategic decisions.

• Lead the development and delivery of an evolving KPI Business Framework to drive business progress.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary £40,000 - £50,000 (Depending on Experience)

• Free Breakfast Every Morning!

• One day working from home after probationary period.

• 20 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays.

An exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a growing business, influence key financial decisions, and shape the future. Ready to take on the challenge? Apply now!