Assistant Management Accountant in Sheffield

At SIG Insulation & Drylining, we are one of the UK’s leading suppliers of specialist building materials, focused on interiors, insulation, and construction solutions. With decades of expertise, a vast branch network, and a commitment to outstanding customer service, we’re more than a distributor - we’re a trusted partner helping our customers deliver successful projects, every time.

What is the role:

As an Assistant Management Accountant for SIG Insulation & Dry Lining (a trading division of SIG Trading Limited), you will support the production of accurate and timely financial information, helping the business understand its financial performance and make informed decisions.

Working closely with the Management Accountant and wider finance team, you will assist with month-end reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, budgeting and forecasting activities, and financial analysis. You will help maintain strong financial controls, investigate variances and support continuous improvements to reporting processes.

The role provides an excellent opportunity to develop commercial and management accounting skills within a large, multi-site business. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, numerically strong and eager to learn, with good communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues across both finance and operational teams.

What you will be doing:

• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts for SIG Insulation & Dry Lining, including assisting with profit and loss reporting, balance sheet reconciliations and cash flow analysis.
• Assist with the annual budget and quarterly forecasting processes by preparing reports, analysing trends and supporting the finance team with the collection and validation of relevant data.
• Help ensure accurate and timely financial information is available to branch, regional and divisional management through reporting tools, maintaining financial data structures and supporting the integrity of reporting outputs.
• Assist in the production of monthly reporting packs and performance analysis, helping to identify key variances, trends and opportunities to improve financial performance.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies, ensuring issues are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
• Build effective working relationships with the Shared Service Centre to support the timely processing of transactions, monitor outstanding issues and maintain the accuracy of financial records.
• Perform financial analysis to support decision-making, including reviewing costs, analysing business performance and providing insight into key financial trends.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function, helping to enhance reporting processes, controls and efficiencies.
• Assist with the preparation of materials for monthly business reviews, management meetings and other finance presentations as required.

What you will bring:

Essential

• Studying towards, or willing to study towards, a professional accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial information and identify trends or anomalies.
• Good Microsoft Excel skills, including the use of formulas, data analysis and reporting tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to work collaboratively across finance and operational teams.
• An understanding of the importance of financial controls, accuracy and process compliance.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a finance, accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, assistant accountant or similar role.
• Experience supporting month-end processes, reconciliations or financial reporting activities.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, including accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Experience using ERP, finance or reporting systems.
• Experience working within a multi-site, distribution, manufacturing or commercial business environment.

What we offer:

• Great salary with annual pay award and staff recognition schemes
• Great work life balance, with sociable driving hours
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays. Company closed during Christmas period
• A great pension, with SIG contributing up to 7.5% and up to 4x life insurance
• Money saving with retail discounts via colleague portal
• Share Incentive Scheme

At SIG Insulation & Drylining, we recognise the value our employees bring. In return, you’ll be part of a supportive team with opportunities to grow, train, and build a long-term career.

SIG is committed to creating a fair and inclusive environment where employees feel safe, proud, and valued. We welcome talent that reflects the diverse customers and communities we serve. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unfortunately unable to consider additional applications - we therefore encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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