Apprentice Management Accountant (Industrial & commercial) Location: Birmingham Salary: GBP30,000 per year Hours: Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm (hybrid working) Job type: Full-time, permanent Bridge Recruitment is helping one of our established clients recruit for an Apprentice Management Accountant to join their ever-expanding team. The main purpose of the role is to support with the preparation, analysis and reporting of Industrial and Commercial financial performance. Responsibilities of the Apprentice Management Accountant: Industrial Accounting: · Track and analyse production costs, including direct materials, direct labour, and manufacturing overhead. · Prepare and analyse variance reports to identify and investigate cost deviations. · Maintain standard costing systems. · Monitor and analyse inventory levels and reconcile inventory records. Commercial Accounting · Conduct in-depth revenue and profitability analysis to support strategic decision-making. · Evaluate the financial impact of new products, services, or initiatives. · Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and presentations as needed. · Assist in the development of pricing strategies. · Analyse revenue trends and assist in identifying opportunities for growth. · Monitor pricing compliance and ensure that pricing policies are being followed. Reporting: · Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual financial reporting. · Analyse financial trends and key performance indicators (KPIs). · Contribute to insightful commentary on financial results. · Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts. · Monitor actual performance against budget and provide variance analysis. · Maintain and improve internal controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records. · Assist with internal and external audits. · Ad hoc requests Requirements of the Apprentice Management Accountant: · Qualification: Graduate, AAT Intermediate. · Excellent analytical skills · Excellent attention to detail and accuracy · Ability to work to tight deadlines · Organisation and time management skills (priorities and multi tasks) · Computer literate with good spreadsheet capability If you feel like you meet the above criteria for the Apprentice Management Accountant role, then please apply now