Assistant Management Accountant

Newton-Le-Willows Temporary £30,000 - £35,000 per year View Job Description
An established and growing business is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join its finance team on a 16-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover with an immediate start in St Helens.
  • Are you looking for your next step in supporting management accounts?
  • Are you open to a 16 moth maternity cover?

About Our Client

Our client is a successful and growing business. The company continues to invest in its people, systems, and processes. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive finance team as an Assistant Management Accountant on a 16 month fixed-term contract in St Helens.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, The Assistant Management Accountant will play a key role in:

  • Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
  • Producing P&L reporting across mutliple entities
  • Overhead reporting, analysis, and cost control
  • Distribution cost reporting and performance analysis
  • Preparing balance sheet reconciliations
  • Managing accruals and prepayments
  • Supporting administration and related finance processes
  • Assisting with month-end close activities
  • Supporting the preparation and delivery of the annual audit
  • Contributing to ongoing finance process improvement and automation initiatives
  • Providing ad hoc financial analysis and operational support to the wider business



The Successful Applicant

We're open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels. You may be:

  • An Accounts Assistant/Assistant Accountant looking for the next step
  • A finance graduate or AAT Level 4 studier with experience looking to get into Management Accounts
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • The confidence to challenge costs and investigate variances
  • A proactive and inquisitive approach
  • A willingness to learn and develop
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Full-time office working position



What's on Offer

The benefits include:

  • Salary ranging from £30,000 to £35,000, dependent on the level of experience.
  • Fixed-term contract
  • Opportunity to join a growing, successful business
  • Supportive management and genuine development opportunities
  • Involvement in key projects, including audit preparation and process improvements
  • Collaborative and friendly finance team



If you're interested in this role, apply now.People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

Contact
Tom Mcculloch
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7082066
Phone number
+441512553766

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Management Accountant
Sector
Business Services
Where
Newton-Le-Willows
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Tom Mcculloch
Consultant phone
+441512553766
Job reference
JN-082026-7082066