Job Description

Are you ready to take the next step in your finance career? We're seeking a detail-oriented and ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to join a dynamic marketing business based in the heart of Birmingham city centre. This exciting role is initially temporary, with plans to convert to a permanent position after six months, offering the perfect opportunity to trial the position before committing.

This role focuses on accounts payable responsibilities, making it an excellent chance for someone with a solid accounts payable background to transition into an Assistant Management Accountant position. You'll gain exposure to various finance functions, including budgets, forecasting, and cash flow, in a collaborative and supportive environment. Due to the temporary nature of this role, we are ideally looking for people who are immediately available or on a one week notice for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile supplier statements to ensure timely payments.
• Assist with month-end reporting tasks, including balance sheet reconciliations and cash flow preparation.
• Assist with preparing the management packs for the current Management Accountant.
• Eventually, start providing commentary on the management account packs, looking at trends and discrepancies.
• Collaborate with teams to support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Maintain and improve Excel-based financial reports.
• Provide ad-hoc support to the finance team as required.

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

• Previous experience in accounts payable is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with strong analytical and data management skills.
• Currently studying or recently completed a finance qualification (e.g., degree, AAT).
• Eager to learn and step into an Assistant Management Accountant role, even without prior experience in this position.

Benefits:

• Flexible hybrid working model to support work-life balance.
• Competitive hourly rate reflecting your skills and experience.
• Opportunity to trial the role before committing to a permanent position.
• A unique chance to advance into an Assistant Management Accountant role while leveraging your accounts payable expertise.

If you're ready to advance your career in finance and join a forward-thinking marketing business, apply today and take the first step toward an exciting new chapter!

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