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Butler Rose is exclusively partnering with a market-leading, high-growth manufacturing business in Leyland who are looking to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant to join them on a permanent basis.

Why this company?

They're already part of a multi-million-pound international group and with over 100 employees on-site in Leyland, they are still currently experiencing huge growth meaning genuine progression opportunities for you!This isn't a back-office processing role, you'll work closely with the operations, procurement and account management teams, actively participating in pricing strategies and margin analysis that directly impacts the bottom line.You'll work for a CFO who is actively focused on continuous improvement and join a collaborative in-house finance team with exposure to standard costing, complex inventory valuations, multi-currency transactions, cross-border VAT and group reporting.

What you'll be doing in your new role.

As the Assistant Management Accountant, your main purpose will be to keep core accounting processes running smoothly while delivering insights to drive the business forward, blending essential transactional responsibilities with high-level analytical support by...

Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts, collating and organising financial data for international group reporting, supporting with variance analysis, identifying trend patterns and producing Excel-based reports.Drilling down into sales performance, gross margins, cost trends, supporting with product costing and pricing analysis and investigating anomalies and inconsistencies.Supporting accounts payable and receivable particularly during peak month-end periods, assisting with month-end closure including accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and balance sheet reconciliations.

Who we're looking for - does this sound like you?

A practical, team-oriented professional who loves the buzz of working for an in-house team and would thrive in a business with the international reach and growth this does! Ideally, AAT Level 4 qualified or strongly qualified by experience with proven experience in a similar role with strong Excel skills (confident with pivot tables, lookups and data) and happy to work with multi-currency transactions. A natural problem solver who is adaptable and keen to grow and is a great communicator when it comes to collaborating both within the finance team and outside of it!

Your salary, benefits and the hours | 4pm Friday finishes - mandatory!

Offering a competitive local salary between £35,000 - £37,000 per annum (dependent upon experience) you'll receive 22 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), on-site parking and pension scheme. Working a 40 hour week, we'll work to be flexible but typical start times are from 8am and finish times 5pm - other than Fridays where your weekend starts at 4pm!

Interested? If this role sounds like it's a great fit for you and your future, please apply today! Successfully shortlisted applicants will be contacted in person within 48 hours. Thank you and good luck!

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Assistant Management AccountantOverview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Management Accountant to join a well-established and growing business. This is a varied role offering exposure to month-end accounting, management reporting, commercial analysis, and process improvement.

Working closely with the Finance Manager and wider finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial information is produced in a timely manner while supporting the business with meaningful insight into performance, margins, and costs.

This position would suit someone looking to develop their accounting career within a dynamic commercial environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesMonth-End & Transactional FinanceSupport accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including resolving queries and assisting during busy month-end periodsAssist with month-end close activities including accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, and balance sheet reconciliationsMaintain accurate financial records within the accounting systemSupport general ledger maintenance and ensure data integrity across finance systemsManagement Accounts & ReportingAssist in the preparation of monthly management accountsCollate, reconcile, and analyse financial data for reporting purposesSupport variance analysis including budget vs actual and trend reportingProduce sales and margin reports across products, customers, and business areasMaintain and improve Excel-based reports, models, and templatesAnalysis & Commercial SupportAnalyse sales performance, gross margin, and overhead cost trendsSupport costing exercises and pricing / margin reviewsProvide ad hoc analysis to support the Finance Manager and wider business decisionsInvestigate anomalies or inconsistencies in financial data and identify root causesProcess ImprovementSupport continuous improvement of finance processes, controls, and reporting workflowsIdentify inefficiencies and suggest practical improvements or automation opportunitiesAssist with the optimisation of finance systems, ERP platforms, and reporting toolsSupport testing and implementation of system upgrades or reporting changesHelp improve data quality, consistency, and reporting timelinesSkills & ExperiencePrevious experience in a finance or accounting support roleStrong Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and reporting toolsGood numerical and analytical skills with strong attention to detailAbility to manage routine transactional tasks alongside analytical responsibilitiesExperience reconciling data from multiple sourcesPositive, proactive attitude with an interest in improving processesStrong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with non-finance stakeholdersReporting LineReports to: Finance ManagerWorks closely with: Finance team and operational departmentsWhat's on OfferExcellent opportunity to develop management accounting experienceBroad and varied role with commercial exposureSupportive and collaborative working environmentCareer progression opportunities within a growing business

To apply, please submit your CV / Application or contact Business Manager Nathan Baillie at Butler Rose for more information.
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Butler Rose is delighted to be partnering with a market-leading, international organisation to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is seeking to develop their finance career within a highly regarded and fast-paced environment.

The Opportunity
Joining a high-performing team, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of accurate and insightful financial information alongside senior stakeholders. This is a varied position offering exposure to management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and process improvement, making it ideal for someone keen to progress and build strong technical and commercial expertise.

Working within a collaborative and forward-thinking business, you'll gain hands-on experience across financial reporting, systems and stakeholder engagement, with genuine opportunities to broaden your experience.

Hybrid working - 3 days WFH

Key Responsibilities
* Support the preparation of monthly management accounts including accruals and prepayments
* Assist with budgeting and reforecasting processes, including detailed variance analysis.
* Produce accurate and timely financial reports to support strategic decision-making.
* Complete balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and control.
* Support cost analysis initiatives to identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
* Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
* Contribute to continuous improvement of financial systems and processes.
* Provide ad-hoc analysis and support to the wider finance team.

The Candidate
* Part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA) or AAT / QBE (or equivalent), with experience in a similar finance role.
* Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data manipulation).
* Experience working with financial systems (SAP or similar ERP advantageous).
* Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.
* Confident communicator, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
* Proactive, organised and able to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* Solid experience within reconciliations, with exposure to balance sheet reconciliations and P&L reporting preferred
* Proven ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and manage competing priorities

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected organisation offering a supportive team culture, exposure to senior stakeholders and the chance to develop both technically and commercially. You'll be part of a business that values continuous improvement, innovation and professional growth, making it the ideal next step for an ambitious finance professional.

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