CMA Recruitment Group is delighted to be working with a highly successful organisation to recruit an Accountant for a 15-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.  This role offers a broad blend of management accounting, payroll, VAT, reconciliations, and month-end responsibilities, ideal for an experienced accountant who enjoys ownership and variety.

As a key part of the finance team, you will take responsibility for core P&L areas, monthly reporting, and providing accurate and timely financial information to support business decision-making.

What will the Assistant Management Accountant role involve?

Full month-end ownership including P&L management (staff costs & overheads), journals, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, variance analysis and commentary Reviewing P&L entries, reclassifying costs where required, and ensuring accurate financial reporting across all areas Preparing monthly reports including T&E, FX revaluations, supporting schedules and assisting with overall month-end deadlines Payroll and HR support including payroll journals, payment preparation, maintaining salary databases and producing headcount reports Completing balance sheet and bank reconciliations, supporting audits, and assisting the Finance Assistant with AP queries Suitable Candidate for the Assistant Management Accountant vacancy:

Qualified or qualified by experience accountant Strong month-end accounting experience including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations Confident producing P&L commentary and variance analysis Strong Excel skills and good attention to detail Excellent communication skills and collaborative working style Additional benefits and information for the Assistant Management Accountant role:

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