Our client, a national market leader, is looking for a motivated, driven and detail-oriented Assistant Management Accountant who is currently studying towards/commencing the CIMA or ACCA qualification to join their growing finance team within a fast-paced retail environment.
This role offers excellent exposure to management accounting, commercial finance, and retail operations, providing a strong foundation for career progression.
Key responsibilities to include:
Assist with the monthly management accounts preparation, including variance analysis and commentary.
Support the budgeting and forecasting process for retail operations.
Analyse sales, margins, and stock performance to support business decision-making.
Assist in cost control and profitability analysis across sites and departments.
Prepare weekly trading and performance reports for senior management.
Support the month-end close process, including journal postings and reconciliations.
Work closely with site operations teams to provide financial insights and support.
Assist with inventory and stock accounting, including stock reconciliations.
Support finance projects and process improvements within the retail finance function.
As an ideal candidate you will be currently studying/commencing towards CIMA or ACCA qualification with a Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field and/or AAT
Experience within retail, FMCG, or a fast-paced commercial environment would be beneficial with strong Excel skills, the ability to analyse large datasets and excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong communication skills and ability to work with non-finance teams are also essential.
In return the company offers a competitive salary and benefits package, study support for CIMA / ACCA qualifications and the opportunity to work in a dynamic retail business with clear career progression within the finance team. This role also offers the opportunity of flexible hybrid working.
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