Assistant Management Accountant Location: Rainham. Job Type: Maternity Cover, 12-Month Contract. Annual Salary: Up to £30,000 Looking to develop your skills? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Management Accountant to join a leading construction company based in Rainham. This role is ideal for a part-qualified accountant who is keen to develop their skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will support various financial activities, including financial reporting, analysis, construction project support, and compliance. Day-to-day of the role: Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including profit and loss accounts, balance sheets, and variance analysis. Support budgeting and forecasting activities, and track project costs and overheads. Prepare and monitor job costing reports, assist with subcontractor payments, and manage Work in Progress (WIP) reporting. Ensure accurate financial documentation and controls for construction contracts. Manage the timely processing of invoices, prepare payment runs, and handle client invoicing and follow-ups. Regularly reconcile accounts payable and receivable ledgers. Monitor daily payments and receipts, ensuring discrepancies are resolved promptly. Support external audits, maintain robust internal controls, and assist in implementing improvements to existing controls. Prepare and submit VAT and CIS returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations. Assist the payroll team with companywide hours, overtime, and deductions calculations Required Skills & Qualifications: Part-Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or AAT) OR studying towards it. Experience in the construction industry, familiar with CIS, WIP, and project accounting is desirable. Proficient with Sage 200 and Microsoft Excel. High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong communication skills, capable of effectively conveying financial information. Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. Exposure to diverse financial operations and systems. Professional development in a key industry role. To apply for the Assistant Management Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.