Assistant Management Accountant

Location: Castle Donington / Hybrid

Mediq UK is a leading supplier of healthcare consumables, medical equipment, cleaning and hygiene products, and healthcare devices to hospitals, care homes, and healthcare providers across the UK. As part of the international Mediq Group, we operate in 13 countries and employ more than 2,500 people globally, all dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes and making care more accessible and affordable.

Following a period of significant growth, Mediq UK continues to invest in its people and capabilities. We are now looking for an ambitious and detail-oriented Assistant Management Accountant to join our Finance team and support the continued success of the business.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to take the next step in their finance career.

Working closely with the Finance Manager and wider Finance team, you will play a key role in supporting month-end activities, management reporting, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and financial controls. You'll gain valuable exposure across operational finance, commercial analysis, business partnering and strategic decision-making, with a strong development pathway towards a future Management Accountant position. 

We're looking for someone who is proactive, analytical and eager to continue their professional development while making a meaningful contribution to a fast-paced and growing organisation.

Salary - up to £35,000

Key Responsibilities

Management Accounting & Reporting

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments and reclassifications.
• Support variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior year performance.
• Prepare monthly reporting packs for internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate working papers and reporting documentation.
• Lead the VAT submission process.

Balance Sheet and Financial Control

• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate reconciling items promptly.
• Support the maintenance of fixed asset registers and related accounting entries.
• Promote strong financial controls and ensure accounting procedures are followed consistently.
• Escalate risks, unusual movements or unresolved issues to the Finance Manager.

Planning, Forecasting & Analysis

• Support budgeting and forecasting activities through data preparation and analysis.
• Analyse financial performance and identify key trends, risks and opportunities.
• Produce ad-hoc financial analysis to support operational and commercial decisions.
• Work collaboratively with non-finance stakeholders to improve accuracy of inputs and understanding of financial performance.

Process Improvement and Systems

• Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency, automation and data quality.
• Support finance system developments and process improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across month-end, reconciliations and reporting routines.

Audit & Compliance

• Assist with year-end audit preparation and supporting documentation.
• Maintain clear and accurate audit trails and records.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Approximately 2-3 years of experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA, with several exams remaining.
• Good understanding of month-end accounting, journals and reconciliations.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.
• Good attention to detail, organisation and deadline management.
• Clear communication style and ability to work with finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Desirable

• Experience in a management accounting, CAPEX & OPEX.
• Experience using ERP systems such as Sage, IFS or similar.
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and KPI reporting.
• An interest in process improvement, automation and systems development.

Skills and Behaviours

• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, take ownership and meet deadlines.
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.

What We Offer

• Study support for ACCA, CIMA or ACA (subject to company policy).
• Hybrid working arrangement and exposure to a broad finance agenda.
• Hands-on experience across management accounts, financial controls, analysis and business partnering.
• Clear development route towards Management Accountant responsibilities.
• Opportunities to contribute to process improvement and reporting automation initiatives.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 
• 4x Life Assurance 
• Pension scheme 
• Sick Pay 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Employee Assistance Programme 

Join Us

At Mediq UK, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive team within a growing international healthcare business. If you're looking for a role that will accelerate your professional development while providing genuine opportunities for progression, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your finance career with Mediq UK.