Assistant Management Accountant
Gillingham (with some travel to subsidiaries as required)
£32,000
An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Management Accountant to join a our clients finance team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and reporting financial information, ensuring accuracy, and supporting business decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare monthly management accounts in line with group deadlines
* Complete variance analysis and provide commentary on overheads versus budget
* Assist the Financial Controller with commentary to support financial results
* Prepare quarterly VAT returns
* Support the external audit process and respond to auditor queries
* Identify areas for improvement within financial reporting across the business
* Contribute to process improvements within the finance department
* Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
* Maintain the chart of accounts, ensuring a consistent approach to new nominal codes
* Provide accurate and timely financial information to support business needs
* Undertake additional duties as required
Key Requirements:
* Qualified or newly qualified accountant
* Strong experience with Excel and Sage
* Background in a multi-site or service industry environment
* Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work accurately with high volumes of data
* Strong in...