Assistant Management Accountant

About the role

We are looking for an Assistant Management Accountant to join a fast‑moving finance team supporting a business with over £1bn in turnover. Working closely with an experienced Financial Controller, you will gain exposure to a broad range of accounting activities and have clear pathways for progression.

Key responsibilities

• Support month‑end close and general ledger processes
• Process payroll journals and related cost postings
• Prepare intercompany recharges and commercial journals
• Handle internal hire postings and project finance queries
• Perform bank reconciliations, cash reporting and cash‑flow support
• Assist with monthly and quarterly VAT returns
• Conduct balance‑sheet and intercompany reconciliations
• Produce control‑account reporting for AR and AP
• Support audit requirements and financial governance
• Contribute to business integrations and group reporting
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and systems

Required profile

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Effective communication and collaborative mindset

Required skills

• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS)
• Familiarity with Business Central (advantageous but not essential)

What we offer

• £32,000‑£35,000 per year salary
• Study support towards CIMA or ACCA
• 25 days holiday
• Hybrid working model
• Exposure to a large, international finance environment
• Broad accounting experience across multiple finance disciplines
• Clear career development opportunities