Management Accountant / Assistant Finance Manager

Location: Barking
Salary: -50,000 - -52,000 per annum
Reporting to: Finance Manager
Department: Finance

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Management Accountant / Assistant Finance Manager to join our finance team in Barking. This is a hands-on role responsible for supporting the Finance Manager with the delivery of accurate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, statutory compliance, and business partnering activities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls, providing meaningful management information, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, and supporting analysis within agreed deadlines.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
• Produce balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning activities.
• Deliver detailed variance analysis and provide commentary to senior management.
• Manage fixed asset registers, depreciation schedules, and lease accounting records.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring effective controls and processes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and statutory requirements.
• Support external audits and liaise with auditors, banks, and external stakeholders.
• Monitor company expenses and identify opportunities for cost control and process improvement.
• Handle banking activities, foreign currency transactions, and cash management.
• Assist with VAT returns, tax compliance, and other regulatory reporting requirements.
• Partner with operational managers to provide financial insight and support business performance.
• Develop and improve financial processes, controls, and reporting systems.
• Support and mentor junior members of the finance team where required.

Skills & Experience

• ACCA, CIMA, ACA qualified or finalist.
• Minimum 5 years'' experience in a management accounting or finance role.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, month-end processes, and reconciliations.
• Experience preparing budgets, forecasts, and management accounts.
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial modelling.
• Experience using ERP or accounting systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Previous experience within a fast-paced commercial environment is desirable.
• Ability to converse in Mandarin

Benefits

• Salary -50,000 - -52,000
• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to take the next step in their career within a growing and dynamic business.

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