Assistant Management Accountant Manchester 2023

The BES Group are the leading end to end solution provider in the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance sector. Our team of experts cover an extensive range of engineering services.

We’ve gone from strength to strength over recent years, welcoming the very best risk management businesses to our Group. As a result, we’ve grown both our team of experts and our suite of solutions in line with our customer’s needs. We’re private equity backed, which means we have the flexibility and support to move quickly and grow faster than any other company in our industry. We’re innovative and forward thinking and have the awards to prove it, but most of all we’re focused on helping make sure our customers leave nothing to chance.

Our head office is based in central Manchester and is the home to many of our central functions. Due to continued business growth, we are delighted to be growing our finance team and are recruiting for an Assistant Management Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in Finance in a company that truly make a difference.

What are we looking for?

We’ve really set the benchmark high with our people and our brilliant Finance Team is no exception!

As an Assistant Management Accountant you’ll have the drive and desire to have a successful career in Finance. You won’t be afraid of a challenge, as you’ll also have the opportunity to complete a professional finance qualification alongside your day-to-day role during your first 3 years with the business. You’ll also communicate confidently and effectively as you will be working with a variety of amazing people from across our Group.

You will be an Excel expert and offer unrivalled numerical and analytical skills. You’ll learn all about financial systems and processes.

What will I be doing?

No two days are the same at The BES Group. As an Assistant Management Accountant reporting to the Head of Management Accounts, you’ll prepare management accounts for the BES Group of companies, including reporting on overhead performance and analysis to support the executive team. The scope of this role will grow over time as you develop your skills and experience but some of your key responsibilities include:

• Producing and being responsible for a variety of overhead P&L cost centres and producing their monthly management accounts.
• Reviewing and analysing overhead costs to support accuracy of accounts, including providing accurate commentary and investigation into variances.
• Posting consolidated invoice journals/prepayments/accruals and various other month end journals.
• Maintaining balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assistance with budgeting, forecasting and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and systems
• Providing cover for Accounts payable and treasury on occasion
• Producing statutory accounts on an annual basis
• Other ad-hoc monthly reporting

What makes The BES Group a great place to work?

Our people and our customers come before everything else and that will never change. Knowing we always do the best job we can with absolutely no compromise means everything to us.

Our business model is unique, with multiple companies and private equity backing- the exposure you will get is unparalleled. Internal promotion is a regular occurrence within our company and the Finance Team is a great example of this. The team love what they do, they really make a difference and that gets noticed every single day.

If you work for us, you will get the below and, so much more:

• A competitive salary from £22,000 - £25,000 (dependent on experience and qualification status)
• Support towards a professional finance qualification
• A comprehensive training programme
• Development opportunities across the business
• A flexible working approach, the role will be in Manchester city centre with home based working available (you must have suitable Wi-Fi, and provide your own office set up)
• Development opportunities across the business
• 25 days leave per year plus bank holidays (and an extra day off on your birthday to celebrate you!)
• Shiny new Surface Pro
• Access to lots of discounts and benefits via our company benefits portal including; retail, fitness, holiday and cinema discounts
• The support of a superb employee assistance programme
• Up to 10% pension

What experience do I need?

To work for us you must have the right attitude, aptitude and appetite for what we do. Keeping Britain Safe.  As a minimum, you will:

• Hold an AAT qualification / minimum 2:1 degree or equivalent (a degree within a Finance or related subject is advantageous), or;
• Offer previous work experience/ internship/ placement year within a finance department
• Possess strong numeracy and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Expert Excel skills
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to build strong internal relationships across the business
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritise workloads
• Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

To apply for this role, simply click “Apply”. We ask for some basic contact information and a CV or your LinkedIn profile, it’s that easy! Please keep in mind, successful candidates will be required to complete the relevant background checks as part of the recruitment process.

We want to inspire everyone to see how important safety is and we expect the same from our people. And if you’re on the same page as us about that and you’ve got the right skills, experience and attitude, you’ll fit right in. Simple. We’re all about diversity and inclusion and that means we want our people to be themselves. We’re delighted to be an equal opportunities employer and that will never change!

BES Group, Your Trusted Advisor.