Assistant Accountant

  • Agility
  • Carlisle, Cumbria
  • Jun 14, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Are you a part-qualified ACCA or CIMA professional looking to take the next step in your finance career?

A successful and growing manufacturing business in Carisle is seeking an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure to management accounting within a fast-paced production environment while receiving support towards your professional qualification.

Working closely with the Finance Manager, you'll assist with monthly management accounts, budgeting and forecasting, cost analysis, stock reporting, balance sheet reconciliations and KPI reporting. You'll play a key role in providing financial insight that supports operational and commercial decision-making across the business.

What we're looking for:

  • Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA
  • Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or production environment
  • Strong Excel and analytical skills
  • Proactive attitude with a desire to develop and progress
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

What's on offer:

  • Career development and progression opportunities
  • Study support package
  • Exposure to senior management and strategic decision-making
  • Friendly and supportive team environment
  • Competitive salary and benefits package

If you're looking for a role where you can build your management accounting experience and become an integral part of a successful manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you.