Assistant Management Accountant

Assistant Management Accountant (Part-Time)

Glasgow | 3 Days per Week | Flexible Working Pattern

Anderson Knight is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Assistant Management Accountant to join their finance team based in Glasgow.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional looking for a varied role within a well-established and growing organisation. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the preparation of management accounts, maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the smooth running of the day-to-day finance function.

This position is ideal for someone who is part-qualified, or qualified through experience, who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and is looking to further develop their accounting career.

The Role

As Assistant Management Accountant, you will support the month-end and year-end reporting processes while taking ownership of key finance activities. You will work across a broad range of accounting responsibilities and contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes and controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and year-end financial statements, including posting journals.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including prepayments, accruals and GRNI.
• Complete daily cashbook postings and bank reconciliations.
• Take ownership of the weekly cashflow forecast.
• Prepare monthly credit card journals and accruals.
• Maintain the fixed asset register, including depreciation postings and reviewing assets under construction.
• Manage the accounts receivable ledger, including raising sales invoices, debt collection and aged debt reporting.
• Support the outsourced accounts payable function and raise purchase orders where required.
• Assist with the preparation of quarterly VAT returns and corporation tax payment calculations.
• Provide support during the annual external audit.
• Ensure financial records and accounting practices comply with relevant accounting standards and company policies.
• Produce ad hoc financial analysis and reports as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and internal controls.
• Support the wider finance team with additional duties as required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in an Assistant Management Accountant or similar finance role.
• Part-qualified accountant status (ACCA/CIMA/ICAS) or be qualified through relevant experience.
• A strong understanding of accounting principles and their practical application.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills and confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using accounting software (Oracle experience would be advantageous but is not essential).
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

What's on Offer

• Flexible part-time working pattern (3 days per week, Monday to Friday).
• A varied and rewarding finance role with genuine responsibility.
• The opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative finance team.
• Convenient Glasgow city centre location.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you're looking for a new opportunity where you can make a real impact and continue developing your finance career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.