Location
Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England
Industry sector
Financial Services
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
13/03/2026
Closing date
10/04/2026
Assistant Management Accountant
Location: Lincoln
Salary: up to £35,000
Benjamin Edwards are recruiting for a proactive and motivated Assistant Management Accountant to join an award winning company going through a period of growth. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to further develop their analytical skills and gain further hands-on experience across a dynamic finance function.
You'll work closely with Operations and Commercial, helping deliver reporting, analysis, and financial insights that drive operational performance.
What's on offer to the Assistant Management Accountant
* 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* Extra day for your birthday
* Fantastic company discounts
* Free parking
* Employee referral scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Long service awards
* ShareSave scheme & enhanced pension contributions
The role of the Assistant Management Accountant
You'll be right at the heart of site finance, supporting the business with timely and accurate financial information.
* Prepare weekly reports on stock levels and labour costs, highlighting key trends, potential risks, and areas for improvement.
* Generate weekly gross margin reports, reviewing variances and ensuring the accuracy of sales and cost of sales data.
* Assist with the processing of weekly supplier payments, ensuring all documentation and approvals are in place.
* Monitor departmental spending through maintained trackers, identifying and reporting any notable variances against budgets.
* Conduct supplier verification and due diligence checks to ensure compliance with company standards.
* Prepare weekly KPI performance reports for both Operations and Commercial teams.
* Support the month-end close process, including balance sheet reconciliations and preparation of supporting financial schedules.
* Deliver additional financial analysis and reporting as required to support finance leadership and operational stakeholders.
The ideal candidate for Assistant Management Accountant
* Currently studying towards AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or a similar accounting qualification
* Strong Excel capability, with confidence handling large volumes of data.
* Demonstrates the ability to see tasks through from start to finish, maintaining accuracy and consistency.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and build strong working relationships across departments.
* Approaches work with confidence and professionalism, showing accountability and ownership of responsibilities.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards, please do not hesitate to apply.