At a Glance
- Tasks: Support management accounts and gain hands-on experience in finance.
- Company: Established manufacturing business with a supportive finance team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, study support for ACCA/CIMA, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Varied tasks and potential for growth in a stable environment.
- Why this job: Step up your finance game and broaden your skills in a dynamic role.
- Qualifications: AAT qualification or studying, with some finance experience.
Wakefield | Permanent | Study Support Available | £35,000
Are you an AAT-qualified or AAT studier Assistant Accountant looking for a role that will give you more exposure to management accounts and help you take the next step in your career? This could be a great opportunity to join an established manufacturing business with a well-established finance team. The role offers a broad mix of management accounting duties and transactional finance, giving you the chance to build on your existing experience while gradually taking on more responsibility.
What will you be doing?
- Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts
- Completing balance sheet and bank reconciliations
- Preparing journals, accruals and prepayments
- Assisting with month-end processes
- Supporting purchase and sales ledger activity
- Maintaining the general ledger and investigating discrepancies
- Assisting with fixed asset accounting
- Supporting budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
- Helping with supplier reconciliations and credit control when required
The role is deliberately varied, so you’ll gain exposure to different areas of finance rather than being restricted to one area of transactional accounting.
What are they looking for?
You’ll ideally be AAT qualified with experience in a varied finance or accounts position. You should have a good understanding of reconciliations, journals and month-end processes, alongside some exposure to management accounts. Most importantly, you’ll be someone who wants to develop and progress. Whether you’re already studying ACCA/CIMA or are looking to start your professional qualification, study support is available.
Why consider this opportunity?
- Established and stable manufacturing business
- Broad role combining transactional finance and management accounting
- ACCA/CIMA study support
- Opportunity to develop your management accounting skills
- Supportive and established finance team
- Scope to take on additional responsibility as your experience grows
- Candidates available to start at short notice will be considered
This is an ideal opportunity for an AAT-qualified / AAT Studier assistant accountant who has built a solid foundation in transactional finance and is now ready to step into a broader management accounting role.
Assistant Management Accountant in Wakefield employer: Axon Moore
Axon Moore is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Central Manchester. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, the company provides ample opportunities for professional advancement while fostering a collaborative and supportive culture. The hybrid working model enhances work-life balance, making it an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a high-growth B2B firm.
