Job type: Permanent Location: Wrightbus Closing date: Monday 02 Feb 2026 00:00 The Job Summary: Wrightbus is the fastest growing production company in Europe. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast- paced accounts team in an innovative and ambitious manufacturing business based at Ballymena. This is an exciting opportunity for a part-qualified trainee looking to take their next step in a hands-on role, within a supportive and inclusive office environment in a company with a global foothold and ambitious growth plans over the next 5 years. We are recruiting for a Assistant Management Accountant to join our team. The Role: Management accounts Supporting the preparation of timely and reliable management accounts and departmental reports monthly for all areas of responsibility. Establishing the standard costs of both internal services/ products and products sold externally. Updating/maintaining standard costs of products and services based on current costs on a timely basis. Analyzing Labour costs data and assessing rates used in current costs and in overhead assessments. Analyzing actual versus standard costs monthly (Variance Analysis) including reporting of factors affecting pricing and gross margin contribution. Preparation of month end Inventory reports for management review. Review and maintenance of Balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis. Supporting Sales and Purchasing activities within the business. Ensure all inter company reconciliations are maintained monthly Other Finance duties Completion of year end audit files and liaising with external auditors. Support the drive for continuous improvement of financial controls and processes. Provide financial support to other departments as required. Ad-hoc duties as and when they arise. The Requirements: 5 GCSE's Grade C or above including Maths and English or equivalent, or 3 A level Grade C and above or equivalent, or IATI Qualified (or Equivalent) Demonstrate experience of all Microsoft packages including Excel skills. 3 - 4 years' experience in assisting with Management accounts. Use of an integrated accountancy system. The Benefits: 4% bonus Life Insurance Medicash scheme Discount with local businesses e.g. Galgorm Spa Resort and McAtamney's. Free car parking Canteen Career progression Professional development Flexitime wbstaff To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.