Assistant Management Accountant with study support

4726003
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Milton Keynes
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Part Qualified Accountant
  • Industry

    Construction
  • Pay

    30k + Study Support
  • Closing date

    31 Oct 2025

Study Support is offered towards ACCA/CIMA

Are you looking to take the next step in your Finance career with a fantastic organisation? What makes this opportunity truly stand out is the study support on offer. Whether you're already studying or ready to begin your CIMA or ACCA journey, you'll be backed every step of the way. This isn’t just support, it’s an investment in your future. You’ll gain the technical skills, commercial awareness, and confidence to step into more senior roles and shape your career in finance. This is your chance to join a team that values your development and gives you the tools to thrive.

Key Responsibilities
Inventory & Costing
  • Monitor daily inventory reports, resolving discrepancies.
  • Investigate job cost variances and ensure accurate cost of sales reporting.
  • Issuing count sheets and reconciling variances.
  • Process and reconcile stock adjustments.
Payroll & Tax Compliance
  • Administer monthly payroll, ensuring correct payments and deductions.
  • Manage deductions and submissions in line with HMRC requirements.
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns on a monthly and quarterly basis.
Month-End & Audit Support
  • Execute month-end production closures and generate relevant reports.
  • Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
  • Assist with audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
Business Unit Finance Support
  • Provide finance support across multiple business units, including:
    • Inventory, payroll and VAT.
    • Sales invoicing and quarterly recharge processing.
    • Posting commission invoices and managing bank/credit card transactions.
General Finance Duties
  • Assist with sales and purchase ledger activities during peak periods or staff absence.
  • Process bank cheques and handle ad hoc finance tasks.
  • Support the Finance Manager with process improvement initiatives.
  • Undertake additional duties to support the wider finance team and business needs.
Qualifications
  • Minimum GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
  • Actively studying or willing to study towards CIMA/ACCA.
Skills & Experience
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing finance environment.
  • Proficient in ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ready to take the next step?
Apply now or send your CV directly to alicia.maxwell@email.com to be considered.

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