Assistant management accountant
Posted 1 week ago by HAYS
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Sheffield, Yorkshire, UK
Summary: The Assistant Management Accountant role in Sheffield involves supporting the finance function by preparing financial reports, conducting analysis, and managing month-end processes. This interim position is suited for individuals pursuing a professional qualification in accounting, such as ACCA or CIMA. The role requires collaboration with senior finance staff and offers opportunities for career development. Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software are essential for success in this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports
- Prepare journal entries including accruals and prepayments
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances
- Maintain the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes
- Assist with VAT returns and other statutory reporting
- Liaise with internal departments to gather financial data
- Support year-end processes and external audits
- Analyse cost and revenue trends to support decision-making
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with internal controls
Key Skills:
- Part-qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA
- Previous experience in a finance or accounting role
- Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software (eg Sage, SAP, Oracle)
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and analytical skills
Salary (Rate): £18.00 Hourly
City: Sheffield
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: Hybrid
IR35 Status: Undetermined
Seniority Level: Undetermined
Industry: Other
Your new company
Your new company is a well-established business who are looking to add an assistant management accountant to their team on an interim basis. You will be working directly with the management accountant, finance manager and finance director. As an Assistant Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the finance function with the preparation of financial reports, analysis, and month-end processes. This position is ideal for someone studying towards a professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA) and looking to develop their career as a management accountant.
Your new role
- Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports
- Prepare journal entries including accruals and prepayments
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances
- Maintain the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes
- Assist with VAT returns and other statutory reporting
- Liaise with internal departments to gather financial data
- Support year-end processes and external audits
- Analyse cost and revenue trends to support decision-making
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with internal controls
What you'll need to succeed
- Part-qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA
- Previous experience in a finance or accounting role
- Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software (eg Sage, SAP, Oracle)
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and analytical skills
What you'll get in return
Competitive salary £28-32K dependent on experience
37.5 hour work week
ASAP start
Rolling interim contract
What you need to do now
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