Assistant Management Accountant

Team Overview

At the core of our finance department, our dedicated team focuses on delivering comprehensive financial analysis and reporting to aid strategic decision-making across the division and company. Our team is made up of experienced professionals who are passionate about financial management, supporting various departments with detailed budgeting, forecasting, and financial insights. We foster a collaborative environment where every member's input is valued, ensuring we maintain high standards of accuracy and efficiency in our work.

Role Overview

Due to expansion, this newly created role will support the Divisional Finance Manager by providing a quality, reliable and accurate service of both a financial and non-financial nature. 

As an Assistant Management Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our finance team with the preparation of monthly management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts and reports for senior management review.
• Reconciliation of fees/billing schedules.
• Calculating and collating commission payments.
• Contributing to annual budgeting and regular forecasting activities.
• Supporting the variance analysis between actual, prior year and budgeted figures, providing insights into business performance.
• Assist with the production of divisional forecasts and plans.
• Participating in the development and maintenance of financial models to aid in decision making.
• Analysing data to identify trends. 
• Assisting with year-end audit preparations and liaising with external auditors as required.
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Working closely with other departments to provide financial analysis and support on various projects.
• Preparing presentations.
• Maintaining and improving financial reporting systems, processes, and controls.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A solid foundation in accounting principles, with part-qualification in ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent being highly advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills with an attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of articulating financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial software systems.
• Experience of using Dynamics 365 would be an advantage.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.

What We Offer

In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer a competitive salary, a supportive working environment, and the opportunity for professional growth within the company. You will become part of a friendly and dynamic team that values the contribution of every member. We also offer a range of benefits, which can be explored further on our Savills offer page.

Application Process

We encourage interested candidates to apply early. Please submit your CV along with a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this role. We look forward to discovering how your skills and experiences align with the values and needs of our team.

Note: Savills appreciates the support of recruitment agencies but kindly requests no unsolicited CVs or proposals. Please see our policy as outlined in our terms.