Our client, a national market leader, is looking for a motivated, driven and detail-oriented Assistant Management Accountant who is currently studying towards/commencing the CIMA or ACCA qualification to join their growing finance team within a fast-paced retail environment.

This role offers excellent exposure to management accounting, commercial finance, and retail operations, providing a strong foundation for career progression.

Key responsibilities to include:

• Assist with the monthly management accounts preparation, including variance analysis and commentary.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process for retail operations.
• Analyse sales, margins, and stock performance to support business decision-making.
• Assist in cost control and profitability analysis across sites and departments.
• Prepare weekly trading and performance reports for senior management.
• Support the month-end close process, including journal postings and reconciliations.
• Work closely with site operations teams to provide financial insights and support.
• Assist with inventory and stock accounting, including stock reconciliations.
• Support finance projects and process improvements within the retail finance function.

As an ideal candidate you will be currently studying/commencing towards CIMA or ACCA qualification with a Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field and/or AAT

Experience within retail, FMCG, or a fast-paced commercial environment would be beneficial with strong Excel skills, the ability to analyse large datasets and excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Strong communication skills and ability to work with non-finance teams are also essential.

In return the company offers a competitive salary and benefits package, study support for CIMA / ACCA qualifications and the opportunity to work in a dynamic retail business with clear career progression within the finance team. This role also offers the opportunity of flexible hybrid working.