Apprentice Management Accountant (Industrial & Commercial)
Location: Birmingham
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 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:
1. Track and analyse production costs, including direct materials, direct labour, and manufacturing overhead.
2. Prepare and analyse variance reports to identify and investigate cost deviations.
3. Maintain standard costing systems.
4. Monitor and analyse inventory levels and reconcile inventory records.
Commercial Accounting Responsibilities:
1. Conduct in-depth revenue and profitability analysis to support strategic decision-making.
2. Evaluate the financial impact of new products, services, or initiatives.
3. Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and presentations as needed.
4. Assist in the development of pricing strategies.
5. Analyse revenue trends and assist in identifying opportunities for growth.
6. Monitor pricing compliance and ensure that pricing policies are being followed.
Reporting Responsibilities:
1. Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual financial reporting.
2. Analyse financial trends and key performance indicators (KPIs).
3. Contribute to insightful commentary on financial results.
4. Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
5. Monitor actual performance against budget and provide variance analysis.
6. Maintain and improve internal controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
7. Assist with internal and external audits.
Requirements of the Apprentice Management Accountant:
1. Qualification: Graduate, AAT Intermediate +.
2. Excellent analytical skills.
3. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
4. Ability to work to tight deadlines.
5. Organisation and time management skills (prioritisation and multitasking).
6. 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!
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Accounting
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