At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in preparing management accounts and support budgeting and forecasting.
- Company: Join a growing finance team in Shoreham-by-Sea with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days leave, study support, and company social events.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for professional development and process improvement.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience and mentorship while progressing towards a Management Accountant role.
- Qualifications: 3 years in finance, strong Excel skills, and ambition to grow in the field.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 36000 £ per year.
Assistant Management Accountant Clearline Recruitment Ltd England, West Sussex, Shoreham-By-Sea
Role
Assistant Management Accountant
Location
Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex
Hours
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, office-based
Pay
£32,000-£36,000 per annum, depending on experience, with flexibility for an exceptional candidate
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an
Assistant Management Accountant to join one of our longstanding clients, a growing organisation based in Shoreham-by-Sea.
This newly created role would suit an experienced finance professional looking to broaden their knowledge and progress towards a Management Accountant position.
You do not need to be the finished article, as the business is open to candidates who are studying AAT, ACCA or CIMA, as well as those who are qualified by experience.
You will receive ongoing mentoring and gain exposure to management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, VAT, statutory reporting and finance systems development within a supportive Finance team.
Benefits
- Salary of £32,000-£36,000, with flexibility for an exceptional candidate
- 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Additional day off for your birthday
- Course fees, examination fees and paid study leave
- Company pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Ongoing mentoring and professional development
- Structured progression towards a Management Accountant position
- Company social events and team-building activities
- The Requirements
- At least three years' experience within an Accounts or Finance role
- Good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping
- Experience in at least two of the following areas: Purchase Ledger/Sales Ledger/Banking/Cash Book/Month-end accounting
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP or VLOOKUP and data analysis
- Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
- Proactive and flexible approach to work
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ambition to develop a long-term career within finance
- AAT Level 4 qualified or currently studying
- Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA
- Experience preparing management accounts
- Payroll or VAT experience
- Experience supporting statutory audits
- Experience using cloud-based accounting software
- Experience within a multi-company environment
- Involvement in finance system implementation or process improvement
The Role
- Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts
- Prepare journals, accruals and prepayments
- Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting
- Produce management information, KPI reports and financial analysis
- Complete balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations
- Support purchase ledger, sales ledger, banking and cash book activities
- Assist with payroll, expenses, pensions and VAT preparation
- Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for the annual audit
- Support year-end processes and statutory reporting
- Assist with the implementation and development of a cloud-based finance system
- Support data migration, testing and user acceptance testing
- Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and efficiencies
- Provide support and holiday cover across the wider Finance team
- Maintain high standards of accuracy, confidentiality and professionalism
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Assistant Management Accountant in Shoreham-by-Sea employer: Clearline Recruitment Ltd
Clearline Recruitment Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Brighton, where innovation meets customer service excellence. Employees benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
