Assistant Management Accountant
| Posting date: | 31 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | competitive salary Discretionary annual bonus Salary Sacrifice Pension – 5% employee, 4% employer |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 March 2026 |
| Location: | B98 9EX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Solid State plc |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Steatite - Redditch |
Summary
The Role:
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Assistant Management Accountant to join our finance team. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the month-end close process.
What You Will be Doing:
Accurately process, code, and match invoices in line with group policies
Liaise with suppliers to resolve invoice queries professionally and promptly
Collaborate with the procurement team to resolve issues
Close out the Purchase Ledger at month end
Perform supplier statement reconciliations monthly
Handle post/emails related to invoices and other finance tasks
Prepare payment runs and seek Finance Manager approval
Perform GRNI analysis and reconciliation
Assist with payroll preparation and resolving payroll queries
Support month-end processes, including prepayments, accruals, and fixed assets
Assist with cash posting and sales invoice generation
Take ownership of bank reconciliations
About You:
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience processing invoices in a high-volume environment
Familiarity with month-end processes including prepayments, accruals, and fixed assets
Strong IT skills, especially in MS Office (Excel)
Good interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to learn new processes and systems quickly
A hands-on approach and willingness to be an active team member
Desirable but Not Essential:
Experience with credit control
About Us:
At Steatite, we design, manufacture, supply, and support cutting-edge technology – from industrial embedded computing and custom lithium battery packs to secure communication systems, antennas, and imaging solutions. Our products operate reliably and safely in extreme environments, from the depths of the ocean to outer space.
We care about your safety, wellbeing, and career growth from day one. Steatite is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require support during the application or interview process, please let us know so we can make reasonable adjustments.
What we offer in return
Competitive salary
26 days holiday plus bank holidays
Discretionary bonus
Pension scheme – 5% employee contributions, 4% employer contributions (salary sacrifice)
Enrolment in the Employee Share Scheme after 12 months of service
Access to Westfield Healthcare scheme including corporate healthcare plan and wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme for personal and professional support
Discount scheme including retail, travel, and gym memberships
Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes
Our Recruitment process
Application Review– Your application will be reviewed by Recruitment & Hiring Manager
Initial Screening – Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a Teams Interview to discuss the role and your experience in more detail.
Interview – candidates will be invited to a face-to-face interview at our offices. This may include competency-based questions and discussion about your technical experience.
Assessment (if applicable):
Some roles may include a short presentation, task, or technical assessment relevant to the position.
Offer and onboarding– Successful candidates will receive a formal offer, followed by pre-employment checks and onboarding support to ensure a smooth start.
We aim to keep you informed at every stage of the process and provide feedback wherever possible.
Finance talent wanted! Grow, innovate, and excel with us—apply now!
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Assistant Management Accountant to join our finance team. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the month-end close process.
What You Will be Doing:
Accurately process, code, and match invoices in line with group policies
Liaise with suppliers to resolve invoice queries professionally and promptly
Collaborate with the procurement team to resolve issues
Close out the Purchase Ledger at month end
Perform supplier statement reconciliations monthly
Handle post/emails related to invoices and other finance tasks
Prepare payment runs and seek Finance Manager approval
Perform GRNI analysis and reconciliation
Assist with payroll preparation and resolving payroll queries
Support month-end processes, including prepayments, accruals, and fixed assets
Assist with cash posting and sales invoice generation
Take ownership of bank reconciliations
About You:
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience processing invoices in a high-volume environment
Familiarity with month-end processes including prepayments, accruals, and fixed assets
Strong IT skills, especially in MS Office (Excel)
Good interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to learn new processes and systems quickly
A hands-on approach and willingness to be an active team member
Desirable but Not Essential:
Experience with credit control
About Us:
At Steatite, we design, manufacture, supply, and support cutting-edge technology – from industrial embedded computing and custom lithium battery packs to secure communication systems, antennas, and imaging solutions. Our products operate reliably and safely in extreme environments, from the depths of the ocean to outer space.
We care about your safety, wellbeing, and career growth from day one. Steatite is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require support during the application or interview process, please let us know so we can make reasonable adjustments.
What we offer in return
Competitive salary
26 days holiday plus bank holidays
Discretionary bonus
Pension scheme – 5% employee contributions, 4% employer contributions (salary sacrifice)
Enrolment in the Employee Share Scheme after 12 months of service
Access to Westfield Healthcare scheme including corporate healthcare plan and wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme for personal and professional support
Discount scheme including retail, travel, and gym memberships
Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes
Our Recruitment process
Application Review– Your application will be reviewed by Recruitment & Hiring Manager
Initial Screening – Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a Teams Interview to discuss the role and your experience in more detail.
Interview – candidates will be invited to a face-to-face interview at our offices. This may include competency-based questions and discussion about your technical experience.
Assessment (if applicable):
Some roles may include a short presentation, task, or technical assessment relevant to the position.
Offer and onboarding– Successful candidates will receive a formal offer, followed by pre-employment checks and onboarding support to ensure a smooth start.
We aim to keep you informed at every stage of the process and provide feedback wherever possible.
Finance talent wanted! Grow, innovate, and excel with us—apply now!