Assistant Management Accountant

Assistant Management Accountant (AAT Qualified)

Newport Manufacturing Sector

3-Month Temporary Contract (Potential to Extend or Go Permanent)

£15.30 - £18.45 Per Hour + Hols Pay DOE

Môrwell Talent Solutions are working with a well-established and reputable manufacturing business based in Newport, who are looking to appoint an Assistant Management Accountant to join their finance team on an initial 3-month temporary basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an AAT-qualified (or part-qualified) candidate to gain exposure within a fast-paced environment, supporting the Management Accountant and wider finance function. There is genuine potential for the role to be extended or even become permanent for the right individual.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Management Accountant, with a dotted line to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in supporting the month-end process and day-to-day financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with month-end close processes
• Preparation of accruals and prepayments
• Posting and maintaining journal entries
• Supporting fixed asset accounting and reconciliations
• Assisting with budgeting and forecasting activities
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Supporting variance analysis and reporting
• Partnering with internal departments to provide financial insight
• Assisting with audit preparation where required
• Supporting continuous improvement within finance processes
• Ad hoc finance duties as required

About You:

• AAT qualified or actively studying (ACCA/CIMA progression beneficial)
• Previous experience in a similar Assistant Management Accountant / Accounts role
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
• Proactive, organised and able to manage multiple priorities
• Confident communicator, comfortable working with stakeholders across the business

What s on Offer:

• Opportunity to join a respected manufacturing business
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• On-site parking
• Flexible start and finish times (37.5 hours per week)
• Potential for hybrid working following initial probation period
• Long-term career opportunities for the right candidate

If you re looking for an opportunity to develop your experience within a dynamic finance team, we d love to hear from you.