Assistant Management Accountant - Immediately in Manchester

Job Description Axon Moore are working with an exciting business based in Salford to appoint an Assistant Management Accountant. This role will support with the production of the management accounts, reporting into the Finance Manager. You will look at KPI reporting and weekly forecasts, helping business leaders to make sound decisions and help improve overall performance. Salary £32,000 -£35,000 DOE, study support, flexibility with start/finish time, 25 days holiday plus banks, on-site parking, pension, staff discounts. Prepare and produce management accounts, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow, with variance analysis and commentary against budgets and forecasts. Perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data. Post journals, including accruals and prepayments, and review purchase invoice postings to confirm correct nominal coding. Assist with quarterly VAT return preparation and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Support year-end statutory accounts, audit requirements, and tax queries in collaboration with the Financial Controller and Finance Manager. Contribute to the annual budgeting and financial planning process. Analyse financial information to support business profitability, performance, and growth. Produce reports and deliver data analysis as required by the business. Provide ad-hoc financial analysis to the Financial Controller and Finance Manager. Review accounting processes and practices, recommending improvements to enhance efficiency across the finance function. Support finance-related projects and contribute to wider process improvement initiatives. AAT qualified and/or studying ACCA/CIMA. ~Experience with accounting systems and intermediate Excel sills.