Assistant Management Accountant

Assistant Management Accountant

• Annual Salary: £35000 to 38000 per annum DOE
• Location:
  
  Hitchin
• Job Type: Full-time - 4 days a week in the office and 1 WFH per week

We are seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to support our finance function by assisting with month-end activities, financial reporting, and maintaining accurate financial records. This developmental role offers exposure to management accounting responsibilities while focusing primarily on financial processing, reporting support, and operational finance tasks.

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Support the month-end close process, including journal postings, accruals, and prepayments.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Assist in preparing financial reports, analysis, and management information for internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure the integrity of the general ledger.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes as required.
• Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation to external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and applicable accounting standards (UK GAAP and/or IFRS).
• Provide support to accounts payable and accounts receivable functions when required.
• Liaise with internal departments to obtain and verify financial information.
• Assist with identifying and implementing process improvements and documenting finance procedures.
• Provide ad hoc support to the wider finance team as required.

• Good understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work to deadlines and follow established processes.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookup functions.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• 1-3 years' experience within a finance or accounting role.
• Actively studying towards a professional accounting qualification such as AAT, ACCA, or CIMA is desirable.
• Previous experience supporting month-end processes and management accounting activities is advantageous.

• This role is primarily office-based and requires regular use of computer systems and financial software.
• Predominantly sedentary, involving extended periods of desk-based work.
• Full-time position, 40 hours per week.