Assistant Management Accountant

Our client is a fast paced and continually growing business located near to Bury. They are seeking a talented Bookkeeper / Assistant Management Accountant to work in a busy office. The role will be very hands on and transactional as well as being able to progress within the role, which can lead to a Management Accounts position.  

Benefits and Hours: 

• Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (negotiable)
• Hours: Monday to Friday – 37.5 hours. Flexible start times to suit. 8am, 8.30am or 9am
• Hybrid: Following the initial training period, 1 or potentially 2 days’ a week work from home.
• Full Time / Office Based / Permanent.
• Perks: 25 days holiday, Free parking, Pension scheme, Vibrant office

The successful applicant will have a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience of working within an accounts role, confident in producing accounts to trial balance stage, overseeing purchase & sales ledgers, VAT filings and reconciliation work. Experience of support and preparation of Management Accounts is preferred. A user of Sage software is essential.

Principal Responsibilities/Accountabilities of the Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant role:

·       Reporting into the Management Accountant, the workload will vary widely and include the following:

·       Processing Invoices, Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger and Credit Control duties

·       High volume Balance sheet and Statement reconciliations

·       Support with the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with best practices

·       Balance Sheet Reconciliations

·       VAT Returns

·       Dealing with accounts queries with confidence, which includes liaison with their European office – has the support of the Management Accountant

·       Liaison with suppliers, customers and subcontractors

·       As a small office team, there will be additional administrative tasks

Skills and Experience required

Ideally qualified to AAT L4 / CIMA or studying towards or equivalent experience

Excellent standard of Sage Line 50 is required

Good computer literacy - experience with MS Office is essential – Word & Excel

Ability to work in an office with ‘banter’, though equally be able to focus and hold strong attention to detail which is essential

Comfortable working in a busy office environment

Enthusiasm and passion for your work  

Team player comfortable taking direction and guidance

Ability to work independently and proactively

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - both verbal and written

Flexible and comfortable with growth and change in a great business!