Job Description
Maternity Cover - Assistant Management Accountant based in Rugby Full-Time | 5 Days Office-Based | Near Coventry| 12-Month Fixed Term Contract We are working with a well-established and growing organisation seeking a hands-on Assistant Management Accountant to join the team on a maternity cover contract. This is a heavily transactional, all-round finance role suited to someone who enjoys being in the detail while also supporting month-end and management reporting. You will be an integral part of a small, collaborative finance team and will need to be comfortable rolling up your sleeves.
The Role This is not a siloed position - you will cover the full finance function across transactional processing and month-end support. Key responsibilities will include: - Purchase ledger & sales ledger management - Bank reconciliations and cash allocation - Payment runs - Credit control support - VAT returns - Assisting with month-end journals, accruals and prepayments - Balance sheet reconciliations - Supporting production of monthly management accounts - Assisting with audit preparation About You - Previous experience in an all-round finance role - Strong transactional grounding (AP/AR essential) - Comfortable supporting month-end processes - Highly organised with strong attention to detail - Proactive and able to work independently - AAT qualified or studying (ACCA/CIMA) desirable but not essential The Offer 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover) 5 days per week office-based Stable, supportive team environment Opportunity to gain broad exposure across finance This role would suit someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership of their work, and wants to play a key role in keeping the finance function running smoothly. You must be immediately available or on a short notice to be considered