Management Accountant / Assistant Finance Manager
Location: BarkingSalary: 50,000 – 52,000 per annumReporting to: Finance ManagerDepartment: Finance
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Management Accountant / Assistant Finance Manager to join our finance team in Barking. This is a hands-on role responsible for supporting the Finance Manager with the delivery of accurate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, statutory compliance, and business partnering activities.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls, providing meaningful management information, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, and supporting analysis within agreed deadlines.
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
- Produce balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning activities.
- Deliver detailed variance analysis and provide commentary to senior management.
- Manage fixed asset registers, depreciation schedules, and lease accounting records.
- Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring effective controls and processes.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and statutory requirements.
- Support external audits and liaise with auditors, banks, and external stakeholders.
- Monitor company expenses and identify opportunities for cost control and process improvement.
- Handle banking activities, foreign currency transactions, and cash management.
- Assist with VAT returns, tax compliance, and other regulatory reporting requirements.
- Partner with operational managers to provide financial insight and support business performance.
- Develop and improve financial processes, controls, and reporting systems.
- Support and mentor junior members of the finance team where required.
Skills & Experience
- ACCA, CIMA, ACA qualified or finalist.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a management accounting or finance role.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, month-end processes, and reconciliations.
- Experience preparing budgets, forecasts, and management accounts.
- Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial modelling.
- Experience using ERP or accounting systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
- Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
- Previous experience within a fast-paced commercial environment is desirable.
- Ability to converse in Mandarin
Benefits
- Salary 50,000 – 52,000
- Company pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to take the next step in their career within a growing and dynamic business.
The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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