Assistant Management Accountant

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Management Accountant to join our Management Accounting Team on a fulltime basis at our Kings Hill office in Kent (ME19 4AE).

This is a hybrid role, with two days per week based in the office and three days working from home.

Role Overview:

In this role you will support the management accounting function, assisting with the preparation of monthly site management accounts, dashboard pack preparation with financial analysis, and assisting in updating financial records.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of dashboard packs and conduct variance analysis to compare actual results to budgets, providing commentary to management and attend monthly calls with operational directors and hospital managers to discuss results.
• Preparation of site monthly management accounts.
• Maintain, update and reconcile financial records where applicable, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Prepare quarterly internal audit packs.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and projects as required.
• Collaborate with other departments such as payroll to aid the understanding of financial results, share information and build working relationships.

Role Requirements:

• Minimum AAT L2 qualified & actively working towards Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
• Good understanding of key accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well within a team.

About us

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care.

Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 160 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Details

• Date posted: 14 October 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £30,000 to £30,000 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: VP2705D49A
• Job locations: West Malling, ME19 4AE, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

This is a hybrid role, with two days per week based in the office and three days working from home

• Preparation of dashboard packs and conduct variance analysis to compare actual results to budgets, providing commentary to management and attend monthly calls with operational directors and hospital managers to discuss results.
• Preparation of site monthly management accounts.
• Maintain, update and reconcile financial records where applicable, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Prepare quarterly internal audit packs.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and projects as required.
• Collaborate with other departments such as payroll to aid the understanding of financial results, share information and build working relationships.
• Role Requirements:
• Minimum AAT L2 qualified & actively working towards Level 3 or equivalen t qualification.
• Good understanding of key accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well within a team.

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Salary up to £30,000 per year
• Strong career progression opportunities into management roles
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving and much more

What next?

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