Assistant Management Accountant – UK Outsourcing
Central Finance – FP&A
Capability Green in Luton
Overall Purpose of Role
The Outsourcing business within the NorthgateArinso division of the Northgate group is growing rapidly and has recently undertaken a series of acquisitions to further accelerate this growth.
We have a vacancy for a high calibre individual to provide support to the UK Outsourcing Finance team, reporting to the UK Outsourcing Management Accountant (Payroll Services).
As a key member of the team, the successful applicant must be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of accounting processes and procedures (eg. journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis). In addition, the role requires the ability to articulate financial concepts to Finance and non-finance staff at all levels of the organisation.
The role has a responsibility to assist with the delivery of reporting requirements, monthly forecasts, annual budgets and regular banking transactions to strict deadlines. An ability to manage workload effectively under time constraints within a team structure is essential.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
- Assist with the production of monthly management accounts & finance packs.
- Detailed variance analysis.
- Balance sheet reconciliations.
- Support the completion of monthly forecasts and annual budgets using Excel and TM1.
- Process ‘Client Account’ banking transactions to deadlines as required by the business.
- Resolve ad hoc queries from the Outsourcing business.
- Ad hoc project work and analysis.
- Provide general support to the Outsourcing Finance team.
Candidate Technical Requirements and Personal Attributes (Essential and Desirable)
Essential
- Part-qualified ACCA/CIMA Accountant or AAT qualified.
- Good academic record.
- Good communication skills.
- Self-motivated and committed.
- Prepared to multi-task.
Desirable
- Strong Excel skills.
- Experience in high volume business.
- Lawson experience or similar.
Please Note: As we are unable to offer a relocation package for this particular role, we urge candidates to closely consider the location of the role before applying.
Northgate is an Equal Opportunities Employer