Permanent
Assistant Management Accountant
Poole

Posted Yesterday
Assistant Management Accountant - Full or Part Time
We are a fast-paced recruitment business dedicated to connecting top talent with leading employers. As our company continues to grow, we are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Management Accountant to join our finance team. This role will play a key part in supporting financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and providing insights to drive business performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Support the month-end process including accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Monitor cash flow and assist with forecasting.
- Process and reconcile supplier invoices, staff expenses, and company credit cards.
- Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts in collaboration with the Finance Director.
- Analyse financial data and provide commentary on performance, trends, and variances.
- Work closely with operations and recruitment consultants to track revenue, costs, and profitability by desk, team, or sector.
- Support with payroll checks and commission calculations.
- Maintain accurate financial records in line with company policies and statutory requirements.
- Assist with audit preparation and liaise with external auditors where required.
- Contribute to process improvements within the finance function to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Skills & Experience
- Part-qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), working towards a recognised accounting qualification or qualified by experience.
- Previous experience in a finance role, ideally within a recruitment, professional services, or similar fast-paced environment.
- Strong Excel and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and present data clearly.
- Good working knowledge of accounting systems (experience with Xero is advantageous).
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
- Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn in a growing business environment.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to develop within a growing recruitment business.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture.
- Exposure to both financial and operational aspects of the business.
- Career progression opportunities as the finance function expands.
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