Assistant Management Accountant

Your new company
A well‑established and forward‑thinking organisation based in Cardiff is recruiting for a Assistant Management Accountant to join their finance team. Operating within a dynamic and evolving sector, the business has a strong reputation for innovation, quality and continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional to take on a hands‑on, varied role within a supportive environment that actively encourages development.
Your new role
As Assistant Management Accountant, you'll play a key role in supporting the Group Reporting function and ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely financial information. This is a broad and engaging position offering strong exposure across management accounts, reporting, and core finance operations.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting month‑end, quarter‑end and year‑end management accounts and PLC reporting within tight deadlines
Preparing cash flow forecasts
Assisting with revenue reconciliation
Managing sales ledger tasks, including invoicing, credit control and aged debtor reporting
Completing bank reconciliations across UK and international entities
Preparing payment runs and uploading transactions to banking platforms
Posting prepayment and accrual journals
Processing purchase ledger invoices with accuracy and ensuring correct approval
Preparing and posting payroll journals
Producing commission and expense calculations
Completing key balance sheet reconciliations
Updating and reconciling the fixed asset register
Assisting with tax and audit pack preparation
VAT reconciliation and preparation
Scheduling supplier payments and setting up customer Direct Debits
Ordering office supplies and supporting ad hoc finance activities as required

This is a varied and hands‑on role well suited to someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys working autonomously.

What you'll need to succeed

AAT qualified or part‑qualified ACCA (or equivalent)
Strong IT skills; advanced Excel experience desirable
Experience using Xero beneficial

Experience of PLC reporting advantageous
A proactive, solutions‑focused approach
Strong organisational and time‑management skills
Ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines
Comfortable engaging across different levels of the business

What you'll get in return

A permanent role offering long‑term career prospects
Competitive salary based on experience
Up to 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional days
Company pension scheme
Potential study support for those progressing to professional qualifications
Hybrid working model
Supportive team culture and a collaborative working environment

What you need to do now
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