Ascent Recruitment is pleased to support a fantastic South Manchester based business searching for a Management Accountant to join a small finance team, with a great culture, in a growing business.
Working alongside a fantastic Head of Finance and excellent Finance Director, this role will suit either an Assistant Management Accountant/Assistant Accountant looking to step up, or a Management Accountant looking for a new challenge.
The successful candidate can be a studier, part qualified, or QBE and study support will be offered, if required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare month-end results, including month-end files, journals, accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and commentary.
- Support the creation of cost centre reporting packs and variance analysis for the business.
- Complete monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring daily maintenance.
- Reconcile company credit card expenditures.
- Compile weekly Bad Debt reports.
- Assist with the preparation of monthly commission calculations.
- Prepare the quarterly VAT return.
- Aid in the annual audit process.
- Provide insightful reporting and support with ad-hoc analyses and projects.
Skills and attributes:
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Enthusiastic about learning new skills and embracing challenges.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with advanced Excel capabilities.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- A proactive attitude with a strong work ethic.
- Able to build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Previous experience working in an SME preferred
Salary and Benefits:
- Salary up to £40,000
- Study support
- 25 days holiday, plus bank
- Company pension
- Membership of a healthcare scheme
- Death in service cover
- Critical illness cover
If you are interested in a confidential conversation, please apply at your earliest convenience.