Assistant Management Accountant

About the Role

Our client is seeking an eager and diligent Assistant Management Accountant to join their expanding remote finance team. This role provides a fantastic opportunity for a professional early in their career to gain broad experience in management accounting, supporting the senior team in financial analysis and reporting. You will assist in the preparation of management accounts, conduct data analysis, and contribute to budgeting processes. Working remotely, you will collaborate closely with colleagues across different departments, contributing to the financial oversight and strategic goals of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes, gathering data and performing initial analysis.
• Conduct variance analysis for departmental expenses and provide explanations for discrepancies.
• Help maintain the fixed asset register and process journal entries accurately.
• Process supplier invoices and manage accounts payable queries.
• Contribute to ad-hoc financial projects and reporting requirements as needed.

Requirements

• Actively pursuing or recently completed a professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA).
• 1-3 years of experience in an accounting or finance support role.
• Good understanding of management accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage tasks effectively in a remote environment.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with team members.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with clear progression pathways.
• Fully remote working arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Support for professional development and study leave.
• Company-provided laptop and essential remote working equipment.
• Collaborative online team environment with regular virtual social events.