Jobs in Whipsnade

We're working with a growing and supportive finance team looking to add an Assistant Management Accountant to their business on a 12 month fixed term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a solid grounding in finance who's keen to develop their career in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

The company are based on the outskirts of Hemel Hempstead and offer hybrid working.

The Role

You'll support the day-to-day running of finance across a portfolio of entities, gaining exposure to a wide range of accounting activities. The role offers excellent development opportunities, with plenty of scope to learn and grow over time.

Typical responsibilities will include:

Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
Posting journals, including accruals and prepayments
Supporting cashflow tracking and forecasting
Helping with financial reporting and variance analysis
Assisting with VAT returns and other compliance tasks
Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes
Getting involved in year-end and audit preparation
Working closely with both finance colleagues and non-finance stakeholdersYou'll be supported by experienced team members, so while you'll take ownership of your work, there will always be guidance available as you build your skills.

About You

We're looking for someone with a strong foundation in finance, particularly:

A good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping
Strong Excel skills (comfortable working with data and spreadsheets)Beyond that, attitude and potential are key. You might be:

Studying towards an accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), or planning to
Early in your finance career with some practical experience
Eager to learn, take on responsibility and develop quicklyWhat's on Offer

A varied role with real responsibility from the start
Clear opportunities for progression and development
A supportive team environment where you can build your skills
Exposure to a broad range of accounting activitiesIf you're looking for a role where you can strengthen your core accounting skills and grow within a forward-moving finance team, we'd love to hear from you.

Think Accountancy and Finance is the finance division of Think Specialist Recruitment, an independent recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Finance Admin, Part Qualified Finance, Credit Control and Bookkeepers