Assistant Management Accountant
| Job Type | Permanent / Full Time |
| Area | Essex, England |
| Sector | Accounting - Management Accountant |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Jill Worrell |
| Job Ref | 712367 |
| Job Views | 9 |
- Description
- Assistant Management Accountant
Location: Stansted area
Salary: £35,000 – £36,000
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (40 hours per week, office-based)
Study Support Offered
About the Role
An established company within the infrastructure and construction support services sector is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join its finance team. This position is a key part of the Finance Department and reports directly to the Finance Manager. The successful candidate will contribute to the preparation of management accounts, financial reporting, payroll, budgeting, and other critical finance functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare accurate and timely management reports
- Assist in the production of financial statements including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow
- Perform daily bank reconciliations
- Maintain the fixed asset register, including depreciation calculations and postings
- Post month-end and year-end journals (prepayments, accruals, etc.)
- Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations
- Process monthly payroll and collate weekly payroll data for reporting
- Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process
- Provide budget holders with monthly spend updates
- Liaise with auditors and accountants during the financial year-end process
- Ensure timely and accurate HMRC submissions including VAT returns
- Assist the Finance Manager with key projects
- Provide support across the finance department as required
- Act as a basic internal contact for IT issues, liaising with external consultants as needed
- Part-qualified AAT / CIMA / ACCA or looking to study
- 2–3 years' experience in a management accounting role
- Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines
- Good organisational skills and a proactive approach
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced level)
- Experience with accounting software
The successful candidate will receive a tailored training and development plan, including cross-functional training with other teams to gain a broader understanding of the business.
Benefits
- Competitive salary (£35,000 – £36,000)
- Study support for professional qualifications
- Private medical and dental insurance (after probation)
- 23 days annual leave (increasing to 25 with service), plus public holidays
- Life insurance after one year of continuous service