Assistant Management Accountant Location: Haydock (Hybrid/Flexible Working Available) Contract: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday–Friday) Working Pattern: Flexible and hybrid working, including the option of a 9-day fortnight to support work/life balance Contact: Rabab.Rizvispeedyhire.com About the Role Speedy Hire Plc, the UK’s leading provider of tools, equipment, and plant hire services, is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Management Accountant to join our dynamic Finance team based in Haydock. This role is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality financial insight and business support across the UK and Ireland. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and work closely with our wider finance team and operational management to provide commercial and financial support. This is a varied position offering great exposure across the business, and is ideal for someone looking to grow their career in a fast-paced and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts for UK&I in line with reporting timetables Produce, analyse, and interpret standard financial reports to reflect a true and fair view of business performance Undertake month-end P&L preparation for review by Finance Business Partners Conduct margin analysis and month-end reconciliations of balance sheet accounts Provide commercial analysis for the division and support cost centre management Assist with budget and reforecast processes in collaboration with Finance Business Partners Support in the preparation of year-end and half-year audit processes Review transactions pre- and post-month end Continuously assess and enhance financial controls and reporting processes Respond to ad-hoc requests from the Finance Manager or Senior Finance Manager Identify and monitor trends within specific areas and implement actions where necessary Collaborate effectively with team members and provide peer support Maintain ongoing professional development and training in line with the role Skills & Competencies Self-motivated and able to work both independently and within a team Strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical skills Ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment Confident and assertive communicator Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgement High level of confidentiality and professionalism Good negotiation and stakeholder management skills Qualifications & Experience Actively studying towards a relevant accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience Experience working within a commercial finance function Familiarity with ERP systems (preferably Microsoft D365, BPC) Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Previous knowledge of Speedy operational businesses is desirable Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt to varied audiences What We Offer Flexible hybrid working (home/office balance) 9-day fortnight option to promote a healthier work/life balance 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Life assurance Pension Scheme Canteen facilities 95% discount across the Speedy brand Opportunities for training, development and career progression Voluntary Health Cash Plan My Staff Shop: discounts and offers for shopping etc. across many suppliers Green Commute Initiative: Work scheme for cycling Vita – Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Offers free and confidential support and counselling to help you through matters such as wellbeing, divorce, legal, and financial management Interested? We’d love to hear from you Please email your CV or expression of interest to: Rabab.Rizvispeedyhire.com Speedy operates an industry leading Work Life Balance initiative, demonstrating our commitment to reducing core contracted hours, supporting colleague wellbeing, and identifying more balanced work patterns for our colleagues which is a huge step in realising our ambition of putting our People First. Talk to us about a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements to suit your needs including flexible start/finish times, shorter days, term time hours and job share opportunities. Speedy offer a Career Line of Sight which enables a detailed understanding of the route to progression and growth within the Speedy Group. Please be aware Speedy reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible. Please be aware that some roles within The Speedy Group UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check. The Speedy Group is an equal opportunity employer where we embrace diversity in all its forms and fostering an inclusive environment for all people to do the best work of their lives with us. Link below to our policies in line with our ESG Governance. https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability status. All roles within The Speedy Group require proof of right to work in the UK by the start of employment.