Assistant Management Accountant

Assistant Management Accountant – 6 Month Temporary Contract

• Job Type: Temporary
• Location: Hove
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Are you an accountancy professional looking for your next challenge? Are you open to temporary work? Then look no further!

An Assistant Management Accountant is sought to provide essential support to the finance department during a critical period of a merger. The role entails collaborating closely with the Finance Manager to facilitate seamless financial accounting within the organisation, aiding with the impending audit, and playing a key role in the merger process.

Day to Day of the role:

• Produce monthly management accounts and monitor income from various sources.
• Assist in designing and implementing process improvements for financial functions.
• Engage in financial planning, including the production of budgets and forecasts.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, maintaining good order and escalating issues as appropriate.
• Support accruals and prepayments with monthly reconciliation.
• Analyse and interpret monthly management accounts.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and monitor depreciation.
• Develop reporting in line with key performance indicators.
• Assist in the preparation of material for statutory audits.
• Liaise with stakeholders regarding financial information relevant to the merger.
• Provide variance analysis and communicate findings to budget holders.
• Offer training and guidance to internal stakeholders on financial matters.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving finance processes and outputs.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in respect of personal data in line with Martlets’ policies.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in producing management accounts and financial analysis.
• ACCA part qualified or qualified by experience.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and accounting principles.
• Proficient in reconciliation and financial reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to contribute to significant organisational changes.
• Exposure to a variety of financial tasks and responsibilities.
• Supportive team environment.

To apply for this Assistant Management Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and your interest in the position.