Assistant Management Accountant
* Annual Salary: Up to £35k depending on experience/Qualifications
* Location: Hybrid working
* Job Type: Full-time/ Permanent
Join an award-winning zero-to-landfill technology lifecycle innovator in the Sustainability sector. As an Assistant Management Accountant, you will play a crucial role in our Finance Department, ensuring the production of accurate and timely management accounts and maintaining financial integrity across the board.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Month End Support:
o Complete the month-end closing process with support from the Finance Assistant.
o Prepare and process journal entries, maintain the fixed assets register, and manage monthly depreciation journals.
o Update monthly balance sheet reconciliations and provide meaningful narrative to key financial information.
* Budgeting and Forecasting:
o Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and any reforecasts throughout the year.
* Cashflow Management:
o Update the Cashflow forecast and manage Debtor and Creditor ledgers.
o Prepare Payment runs including Salaries, PAYE, Expenses, and other ad hoc payments.
o Ensure robust cost control procedures are in place.
* Year-end Accounts & Audit:
o Assist in the year-end accounts process and prepare a workable timetable with external accountants and auditors.
o Lead in ensuring that external auditors are provided all necessary information for a smooth and accurate process.
* Reporting:
o Prepare and submit Quarterly VAT returns and handle other regulatory returns.
* Collaborative Working:
o Build strong relationships across teams to provide effective support to key stakeholders.
o Deliver excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring high-quality financial information for decision-makers.
* Right Hand to the Head of Finance:
o Act as a trusted person the Head of Finance relies on during their absence.
o Manage the Finance Department and potentially line manage the Finance Assistant.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* AAT Level 4 qualified or ACCA/CIMA Part qualified (experienced candidates will also be considered).
* Proficient in Excel and knowledge of Sage 200 is an advantage.
* An interest and understanding of data analysis.
* Team player with excellent customer service skills.
* Excellent planning and organisational skills.
* Good problem-solving skills and the ability to challenge current processes to ensure best practice.
Benefits:
* 23.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Company Pension.
* Medical Cash-Back Plan.
* Employee discounts.
* Hybrid working model.
To apply for this Assistant Management Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
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