Trainee Management Accountant

Trainee Management Accountant - Up to £26,000 plus study support - Whitstable

My client, a growing Fractional CFO and Finance Advisory business supporting a portfolio of ambitious start-ups, SMEs, and high-growth companies is looking to recruit a Trainee Management Accountant. You will work closely with the lead CFO, supporting multiple clients and gaining exposure across the full finance function, from day-to-day accounting through to management reporting and strategic insight. This is a development role designed for someone at the early stage of their accounting career who wants variety, responsibility, and a clear development pathway into a Management Accountant position.

• Assist in the preparation of accurate monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cashflow) and financial reports within agreed timescales.
• Contribute to the development and ongoing improvement of management accounts reporting packs.
• Support the creation and maintenance of CEO dashboards and KPI reporting.
• Support analysis of financial performance, variances, and trends to help generate insight for clients.
• Maintain purchase and sales ledgers across multiple clients.
• Process invoices, credit notes, and payments accurately and on time.
• Perform monthly accurate reconciliations: bank, debtor, creditor and control accounts.
• Assist with VAT returns and statutory reporting requirements.
• Support year-end processes and liaise with external accountants and auditors where required.

• AAT/ACCA/CIMA part qualified or equivalent
• Self-motivated, with a strong desire to learn and develop
• Flexible and adaptable, able to respond effectively to multiple priorities.
• Organised and detail-focused, with excellent time management skills.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with Xero, Quick Books, Excel, or Google Sheets is desirable but not essential.

Broadstone Resourcing Ltd acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business and all appointments will be made on merit alone.