Assistant Management Accountant

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Assistant Management Accountant Location: Colchester (2-3 days a week in the office) Salary: p.a. (+company benefits) We are partnering with a well-established and growing business in Colchester that is looking to appoint an Assistant Management Accountant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant or experienced Assistant Management Accountant looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in the month-end process, management reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and business partnering activities across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Prepare, post, reconcile, and analyse monthly management accounts. Perform timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are fully supported and compliant with company policies and procedures. Assist with the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines are consistently met. Reconcile direct profit and loss accounts and investigate any variances. Process and reconcile intercompany transactions. Review supplier invoice coding and ensure postings are accurate. Support the finance team with shared responsibilities, including management of central finance inboxes and other operational finance tasks. Produce financial analysis and reporting to support business decision-making. Respond to finance-related queries from stakeholders across the business. Identify trends, investigate variances, and provide insight into the story behind the numbers. Assist with process improvements and support ad hoc projects as required. Provide support and cover for other members of the finance team when needed. About You Ideally studying towards ACCA or CIMA (or equivalent), although AAT Level 4 qualified candidates with relevant experience will also be considered. Previous experience in an Assistant Accoutant or Assistant, Assistant Management Accountant, or similar