Assistant Management Accountant
Location: Lincoln (onsite) Lincoln (onsite)
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Benjamin Edwards are recruiting for an Assistant Management Accountant for a successful and reputable business. The Assistant Management Accountant will support the Finance Manager and wider finance team in the day-to-day financial operations of the business with a primary focus on core transactional responsibilities. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to process improvements, reduce manual activities, and support a more efficient and value-driven finance function. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is not only detail-oriented but also proactive, with the confidence to challenge existing processes and suggest practical improvements.
The role of Assistant Management Accountant
Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
Match invoices to purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies
Manage supplier queries and maintain strong working relationships
Prepare and process payment runs in line with company policies
Ensure proper coding of invoices in the finance system
Assist with month-end close activities, including posting journals such as accruals and prepayments
Support balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
Help maintain accurate financial records and audit trails
Assist in preparing basic financial reports where required
Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all financial data is accurate and complete
Assist with maintaining general ledger and delivering accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
Assist with performing balance sheet reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data
Assist with maintaining tax sensitive nominal accounts and preparing corporate tax returns packs
Assist with cash reconciliations, cashflow and interest payments
Work with finance system improvement manager to drive automation where possible to reduce manual intervention
Identify opportunities to improve existing finance processes, particularly reducing manual tasks
Support the implementation of new systems, controls, or ways of working
Contribute ideas to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and reporting
Work collaboratively with the wider finance team to drive continuous improvement
The ideal candidate for the role of Assistant Management Accountant
AAT qualification (or studying towards) or equivalent
Previous experience in a finance role, ideally with exposure to Accounts Payable and/or Receivable
Good understanding of basic accounting principles
Confident using Excel and finance systems
Experience supporting month-end processes (e.g. accruals, prepayments, reconciliations) and familiarity with ERP systems and financial software are desirable but not essential
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards Ltd, please do not hesitate to apply
