Assistant Management Accountant

Assistant Management Accountant
Gillingham (with some travel to subsidiaries as required)
32,000

An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Management Accountant to join a our clients finance team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and reporting financial information, ensuring accuracy, and supporting business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly management accounts in line with group deadlines
• Complete variance analysis and provide commentary on overheads versus budget
• Assist the Financial Controller with commentary to support financial results
• Prepare quarterly VAT returns
• Support the external audit process and respond to auditor queries
• Identify areas for improvement within financial reporting across the business
• Contribute to process improvements within the finance department
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Maintain the chart of accounts, ensuring a consistent approach to new nominal codes
• Provide accurate and timely financial information to support business needs
• Undertake additional duties as required

Key Requirements:

• Qualified or newly qualified accountant
• Strong experience with Excel and Sage
• Background in a multi-site or service industry environment
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work accurately with high volumes of data
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented finance professional looking to develop their career within a dynamic environment.