Assistant Management Accountant

Axon Moore are working with an exciting business based in Salford to appoint an Assistant Management Accountant. The business is well established and going through a rapid growth phase.

You will report into the Finance Manager to assist with the preparation of the month end process and management accounts pack. There’s lots of scope for development and progression to the title of Management Accountant. You’ll be involved with weekly forecasting, analysis and KPI reporting to inform management and boost company performance.

Salary £30,000 – £35,000 DOE, study support, flexibility with start/finish time, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, on site parking, pension, staff discounts.

• Prepare and produce management accounts, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow, with variance analysis and commentary against budgets and forecasts.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Post journals, including accruals and prepayments, and review purchase invoice postings to confirm correct nominal coding.
• Assist with quarterly VAT return preparation and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Support year‑end statutory accounts, audit requirements, and tax queries in collaboration with the Financial Controller and Finance Manager.
• Contribute to the annual budgeting and financial planning process.
• Analyse financial information to support business profitability, performance, and growth.
• Produce reports and deliver data analysis as required by the business.
• Provide ad‑hoc financial analysis to the Financial Controller and Finance Manager.
• Review accounting processes and practices, recommending improvements to enhance efficiency across the finance function.
• Support finance‑related projects and contribute to wider process improvement initiatives.

• AAT qualified or studying ACCA/CIMA.
• Previous experience in a similar month‑end focused role.
• Experience with accounting systems and intermediate Excel skills. Sage 200 would be beneficial.
• Multi‑currency and stock experience would be beneficial.
• Able to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ambitious and looking to progress in the role.
• Proactive, organised individual comfortable working to set deadlines.
• Open and honest with good communication skills.
• Ability to show initiative, add value and contribute to the team goals.
• Ability to work independently from home and prioritise workloads and deadlines.

For more information, please get in touch with Harriett Busby at Axon Moore.