Assistant Management Accountant

Assistant Management Accountant £40,000 - £45,000 Study Support Benefits Hybrid working Are you a part-qualified Accountant keen on a new challenge with a leading multi-site Retail firm with huge growth plans? We are excited to be partnered with a market leader in their field as we search for a bright, ambitious part-qualified Accountant to join their team. About the company: Market leading multi-site Retail business within a unique space £3bn turnover (approx.) with private equity backing Award winning firm to work for The Role: Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will have ownership over various P&L and Balance Sheet lines as well as involvement producing insightful commentary and analysis to support strategic decision making. Key Responsibilities: Take ownership of balance sheet and P&L accounts and assume responsibility for financial reporting and operational queries relating to those areas. Provide insightful and meaningful commentary around P&L variances to budget and prior month/year. Prepare accurate balance sheet reconciliations monthly Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting Be willing and able to challenge and manage stakeholders in areas on responsibility and ensure accounting standards are adhered to. Support with month-end and year-end close processes Liaise with and support other teams within the finance function (sales ledger, purchase ledger, reconciliations, FP&A) to resolve queries, drive efficiencies and add value Support with interim and year-end audit queries around areas of responsibility Suggest process and control changes to drive continual improvement around financial control and reporting. The Ideal Candidate : Part-qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA studier A strong debits and credits background Multi-site background would be advantageous Ability to build internal relationships with stakeholders of varying levels What they Offer: £40,000 - £45,000 Discretionary bonus model Hybrid working (3 days in the office) Comprehensive benefits package How to Apply: We want to hear from you if you're excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to excel in this role. Apply now for further information. About Aila Recruitment: Aila is a specialist finance recruitment business dedicated to providing the best jobs to the best people. We operate as an extended arm of our client's business and a career coach for our candidates' ongoing development. Not quite the right role for you? Contact us to discuss other opportunities and start a partnership with a finance agency that puts you first.