Assistant Management Accountant

Lester Aldridge LLP; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join their Finance team. The role involves preparing financial reports, maintaining cash flow forecasts, and supporting budgeting efforts. Candidates should be AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA with strong accounting skills and excellent Excel proficiency. The firm offers a competitive salary, private medical insurance, and a supportive environment for career development.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Access to flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Strong accounting and analytical experience, preferably in professional services.
• Excellent Excel skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive and flexible team player.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse fee earner performance reports.
• Maintain cash flow forecasts and assist with year-end audits.
• Support budgeting and provide ad hoc financial insights.

Skills

Accounting

Analytical skills

Excel

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your finance career with one of the South’s leading law firms? Lester Aldridge LLP is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join our dynamic Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting and supporting strategic decision-making across the firm.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare and analyse fee earner performance reports, monthly management accounts, and overhead analysis.
• Maintain cash flow forecasts, monitor working capital, and assist with year-end audits.
• Support the Financial Controller with budgeting and provide ad hoc financial insights.
• Ensure compliance and accuracy in reporting while promoting our core values: Clients, People, Teamwork, and Progressiveness.

What we’re looking for:

• AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA.
• Strong accounting and analytical experience (professional services experience desirable).
• Excellent Excel skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
• A proactive, flexible team player with strong communication and organisational skills.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits including:
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Access to flexible benefits
• A supportive environment where your ideas and career development matter.

Ready to join a progressive firm where your contribution counts? Apply now and be part of our success story at Lester Aldridge LLP.