Internal Assistant Management Accountant

Assistant Management Accountant – Internal Vacancy The Opportunity We are pleased to announce an internal development opportunity within our Finance team for an Assistant Management Accountant. This role is an excellent next step for an experienced Finance Assistant who is ready to take greater ownership of accounting activities and develop towards a Management Accountant position. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will contribute to the preparation of monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, financial reporting, variance analysis, budgeting and forecasting, while continuing to support the wider Finance function. Key Responsibilities Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation and intercompany transactions.Take ownership of assigned areas of the monthly management accounts.Prepare and maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving outstanding items.Review financial information and investigate unusual transactions, discrepancies and variances.Support daily bank reconciliations and review cash, card and other control accounts.Assist with maintaining the fixed asset register, including additions, disposals and depreciation.Prepare regular financial reports and ad-hoc analysis for the Finance Manager and senior Finance team.Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts and analyse actual performance against these.Assist with VAT returns and other financial and statutory information requirements.Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for the annual financial accounts and external audit.Work with branches and Head Office departments to investigate and resolve finance-related queries.Identify opportunities to improve Finance processes, controls, reporting and efficiency.Provide support and guidance to colleagues within the Finance team when required. What We’re Looking For Strong experience within the Finance team and a good understanding of the company’s financial processes.A good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, reconciliations, accruals and prepayments.Strong numerical and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail.Confidence using Excel, including lookups, SUMIFS and PivotTables.The ability to investigate discrepancies independently and explain findings clearly.Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and month-end deadlines.Readiness to take greater ownership and accountability for your work.A positive approach to professional development and learning.Someone studying towards, or interested in working towards, an accounting qualification such as AAT, ACCA or CIMA. Why Apply? This opportunity offers progression from a transactional Finance role into management accounting, with greater exposure to month-end reporting, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and financial controls. You will build on your existing experience, take on additional responsibilities and develop skills that can support future progression towards Management Accountant and, in time, Finance Manager roles. How To Apply Employees interested in this internal opportunity should submit an expression of interest explaining why they would like to be considered and how their current skills and experience have prepared them for the additional responsibilities.