Assistant Management Accountant

Position Objective

The Assistant Management Accountant aims to support the delivery of accurate, timely, and reliable financial reporting and analysis, contributing to effective decision-making and the smooth running of finance operations. The Assistant Management Accountant is responsible for assisting with the preparation of management accounts, processing and reconciling financial transactions, maintaining financial controls, and supporting wider team activities in line with accounting standards and organisational policies.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.
• Support variance analysis and help prepare financial commentaries for internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities by providing data and analysis.
• Provide financial data and insights to support budget holders in monitoring and controlling departmental spend.
• Support senior finance staff with ad hoc reporting, analysis, and project work as required.

Transaction Processing & Reconciliations

• Process operational and administrative expense transactions, ensuring correct coding and allocation.
• Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, intercompany balances, accruals, and prepayments.
• Assist with contractor self-billing and supplier payment processes in collaboration with the Billing team.
• Prepare and post recurring and adjusting journal entries to support accurate month-end and year-end close.

Systems & Records Management

• Maintain accurate financial records in Certinia (FinancialForce).
• Support the production of system-based reporting and data integrity checks.

Compliance & Audit Support

• Help prepare VAT returns and ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
• Support external audit processes by preparing documentation and responding to queries.
• Assist in maintaining strong internal controls within accounting processes, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Part-qualified or actively studying towards ACCA, CIMA, or ACA essential
• 2-3 years experience in a similar finance or accounting role
• Experience with Certinia (formerly FinancialForce) is highly desirable
• Exposure to workforce management, staffing, or human capital services is advantageous.

Key Capabilities

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting: Applies foundational knowledge of accounting standards and reporting practices to ensure accuracy and compliance in financial outputs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel: Confident in using functions such as pivot tables, lookups, and basic modelling to analyse data, prepare reports, and support decision-making.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy: Maintains precision in processing, reviewing, and presenting financial information to ensure reliability and integrity of records.
• Good communication skills: Conveys information clearly and collaborates effectively with colleagues across functions, contributing to productive working relationships.
• Organised and able to manage multiple tasks: Prioritises workload effectively to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality outputs in a structured and timely manner.
• Professional integrity and proactive approach to learning: Acts with discretion and responsibility in handling information, while actively seeking opportunities to develop knowledge and skills.

Behavioural Expectations

Behaviour must always be consistent with all company policies, procedures, and the Global Core Values:

We are a Family: We care for each other and work better as a team. Our culture is built on respect, loyalty, and fun.

We are Adaptable: We dont back down from change. By embracing it, we have an opportunity to learn and grow.

We are Honest: We keep our promises and act with integrity. We do the right thing.

We are Curious: We are solutions focused. We use our curiosity and love for learning to solve our customers problems.

We are Passionate: We are proud about what we do. We strive for professional excellence because we believe in ourselves and our team.

We are Accountable: We take responsibility for our work. By taking ownership, we deliver results.