Assistant Management Accountant

About the Role

Our client is looking for a diligent and motivated Assistant Management Accountant to support their finance department in Derby . This role offers a fantastic opportunity for an individual seeking to develop their career in management accounting, providing essential support for financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis. You will work closely with the Management Accountant and finance team, gaining broad exposure to various accounting functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Process journal entries and perform account reconciliations.
• Help in the analysis of financial performance against budget and forecast.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with audits.
• Manage fixed asset registers and depreciation calculations.
• Ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required by the team.

Requirements

• AAT qualification or actively studying towards ACCA/CIMA.
• Some experience in an accounting role, preferably within management accounting or financial control.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for rapid career progression.
• Hybrid working options for employees based near Derby .
• Support for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Company pension scheme and holiday pay.
• A supportive and dynamic team environment.