Assistant Management Accountant
Employer Location Devon, England, Exeter Salary - per annum + £34,000 Closing date 16 Sep 2025 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.
Job Details
Your new company
A respected and values-driven organisation in the South West, committed to making a positive impact on the community. With a strong focus on inclusion, development, and service excellence, they offer a supportive and collaborative working environment for finance professionals.
Your new role
As an Assistant Management Accountant, you'll play a key role within the finance team, supporting the delivery of accurate financial reporting and compliance across the organisation. This newly created position offers the opportunity to work closely with the Finance Manager and wider team, contributing to the preparation of management accounts, budget monitoring, and financial responsibilities will include:
1. Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and budget reports
2. Monitoring and reporting variances against budget
3. Preparing cash flow forecasts and maintaining daily cashbook entries
4. Monthly balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset register maintenance
5. Supporting the preparation of the annual audit file and liaising with auditors
6. Assisting with quarterly VAT returns
7. Preparing timely fee logs and raising sales invoices
8. Ensuring robust credit control processes
9. Line management of the Finance and Payroll Officer
10. Overseeing monthly payroll
11. Supporting the implementation of a new finance software system alongside the Finance Manager and CFO
What you'll need to succeed
12. AAT Level 4 qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience
13. Experience preparing management accounts and analysing financial reports
14. Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and purchase ledger
15. Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Excel
16. Knowledge of payroll administration
17. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
18. Strong organisational and time management skills
19. Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
What you'll get in return
20. Opportunities for professional growth and development
21. Group Personal Pension with 8% employer contribution
22. 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
23. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
24. Life assurance
25. Free onsite parking
26. Cycle to work scheme