Assistant Management Accountant

Permanent
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
£32k - 35k per year
Accountancy & Finance
JOB-13902

Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your career, be mentored by a fantastic management team and gain exposure to new system implementations?

If yes, then apply now!!!!

Our client, an established international organisation undergoing significant commercial change and exciting systems transformation, is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join their team in Bury St Edmunds. This role offers the opportunity to support the Management Accountant while gaining valuable exposure to new ERP implementation and broader business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Support

  • Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and year-end financial statements.
  • Support budgeting and forecasting cycles, including interim budget updates.
  • Ensure accurate recording, reconciliation, and reporting of financial data.
  • Contribute to compliance across tax, PAYE, VAT, pensions, and insurance obligations.
  • Identify opportunities to drive cost efficiencies and improve financial processes.
  • Develop knowledge of financial systems and controls, contributing to ongoing improvements.
  • Act as the internal point of contact for IT queries, liaising with external IT consultants and support partners.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • AAT qualified, studying, or planning to study ACCA or CIMA.
  • Strong Excel skills with good numerical and analytical ability.
  • Keen interest in IT systems or tech process improvements.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • High attention to detail and an analytical, problem-solving mindset.
  • Eagerness to learn, grow, and take on new responsibilities.

Benefits:

  • Salary range: £32,000 - £35,000, depending on experience
  • Study Support
  • 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Career progression opportunities within a growing business
  • Pension and additional company benefits

If you’re a motivated, hands-on Management Accountant looking to develop your career in a thriving and forward-thinking business, we’d love to hear from you.

Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.

Matthew Milburn

Executive Recruitment Consultant

+44 (0)1473 921641