Assistant Management Accountant

TL;DR

Assistant Management Accountant (Finance): Providing transactional finance and administrative support across accounts payable, receivable, and bank reconciliations with an accent on month-end reporting and financial operations within a manufacturing environment. Focus on maintaining accurate ledgers, ensuring VAT compliance, and assisting in the preparation of management accounts.

Location: Office-based in Willenhall

Salary: £33,000 - £38,000 per annum

Company

A recruitment agency representing a busy engineering and manufacturing business.

What you will do

• Process and post supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Match purchase orders to invoices and resolve discrepancies with suppliers and internal departments.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable ledgers and maintain customer credit limits.
• Assist with month-end journals, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Assist with VAT returns and ensure full compliance with HMRC requirements.

Requirements

• Prior experience working within a finance function.
• Actively working towards, or intending to work towards, a professional accounting qualification such as ACCA or CIMA.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Must be able to work onsite in Willenhall.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with ERP systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Direct exposure to the financial operations of a manufacturing business.
• Opportunity for professional growth and support in attaining accounting certifications.
• Application and accessibility support provided by consultants.