Assistant Management Accountant
Location: Haydock (Hybrid/Flexible Working Available)
Contract: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (MondayFriday)
Working Pattern: Flexible and hybrid working, including the option of a 9-day fortnight to support work/life balance
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About the Role
Speedy Hire Plc, the UKs leading provider of tools, equipment, and plant hire services, is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Management Accountant to join our dynamic Finance team based in Haydock. This role is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality financial insight and business support across the UK and Ireland.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and work closely with our wider finance team and operational management to provide commercial and financial support. This is a varied position offering great exposure across the business, and is ideal for someone looking to grow their career in a fast-paced and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts for UK&I in line with reporting timetables
Produce, analyse, and interpret standard financial reports to reflect a true and fair view of business performance
Undertake month-end P&L preparation for review by Finance Business Partners
Conduct margin analysis and month-end reconciliations of balance sheet accounts
Provide commercial analysis for the division and support cost centre management
Assist with budget and reforecast processes in collaboration with Finance Business Partners
Support in the preparation of year-end and half-year audit processes
Review transactions pre- and post-month end
Continuously assess and enhance financial controls and reporting processes
Respond to ad-hoc requests from the Finance Manager or Senior Finance Manager
Identify and monitor trends within specific areas and implement actions where necessary
Collaborate effectively with team members and provide peer support
Maintain ongoing professional development and training in line with the role
Skills & Competencies
Self-motivated and able to work both independently and within a team
Strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical skills
Ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
Confident and assertive communicator
Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgement
High level of confidentiality and professionalism
Good negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Qualifications & Experience
Actively studying towards a relevant accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience
Experience working within a commercial finance function
Familiarity with ERP systems (preferably Microsoft D365, BPC)
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
Previous knowledge of Speedy operational businesses is desirable
Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt to varied audiences
What We Offer
Flexible hybrid working (home/office balance)
9-day fortnight option to promote a healthier work/life balance
26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
Life assurance
Pension Scheme
Canteen facilities
95% discount across the Speedy brand
Opportunities for training, development and career progression
Voluntary Health Cash Plan
My Staff Shop: discounts and offers for shopping etc. across many suppliers
Green Commute Initiative: Work scheme for cycling
Vita Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Offers free and confidential support and counselling to help you through matters such as wellbeing, divorce, legal, and financial management
Interested? Wed love to hear from you! Please email your CV or expression of interest to:??
Speedy operates an industry leading Work Life Balance initiative, demonstrating our commitment to reducing core contracted hours, supporting colleague wellbeing, and identifying more balanced work patterns for our colleagues which is a huge step in realising our ambition of putting our People First. Talk to us about a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements to suit your needs including flexible start/finish times, shorter days, term time hours and job share opportunities.
Speedy offer a Career Line of Sight which enables a detailed understanding of the route to progression and growth within the Speedy Group.
Please be aware Speedy reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.
Please be aware that some roles within The Speedy Group UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check. The Speedy Group isan equal opportunity employer where we embrace diversity in all its forms and fostering an inclusive environment for all people to do the best work of their lives with us.
Link below to our policies in line with our ESG Governance.
https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability status. All roles within The Speedy Group require proof of right to work in the UK by the start of employment.
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