An established and growing SME in the construction sector is seeking a motivated and ambitious Part-Qualified Accountant to join its finance team in Bradford. The business has built a strong reputation for delivering quality and reliability across its projects and now requires additional support in its finance function as it continues to expand.The RoleReporting to the Financial Director, the Assistant Management Accountant will support the production of monthly management accounts and provide financial insight to aid decision-making. This office-based position offers excellent exposure across the full finance function and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as studies progress.Key Responsibilities
- Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
- Supporting budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Preparing and posting journals, accruals, and prepayments
- Reconciling balance sheets and assisting with month-end close
- Providing financial analysis to support business decisions
- Assisting with cashflow reporting and project costing
- Contributing to ad-hoc projects within finance and operations
Candidate Profile
- Part-qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA, with active studies ongoing
- Previous experience in a finance role, either in industry or practice
- Strong analytical and Excel skills, with attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach
- A clear desire to progress within management accounting, ideally in an SME environment
The successful candidate will receive:
- Study support towards their professional qualification (ACCA, or CIMA)
- A competitive salary, dependent on experience
- The chance to work closely with senior management in a growing SME
- A supportive team environment designed to nurture career development
If you are interested in this Assistant Management Accountant opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance. IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.