QinetiQ Job role - Assistant Management Accountant Location - Farnborough At QinetiQ we're dedicated to defending sovereign capability, protecting lives and securing the vital interests of our customers. We are a company of over 6,000 dedicated people providing technological and scientific expertise that helps our customers protect, improve and advance their vital interests. We provide technological and scientific expertise to help customers protect and advance their vital interests.We provide technological and scientific expertise to help customers protect and advance their vital interests.Working across every aspect of the life cycle of critical equipment and infrastructure, providing services and products that address our customers' most pressing challenges; our breadth and depth of experience spans many markets and industries. Role Summary As a member of the project/Cost Centre Accounting team, you will undertake a range of financial and accounting duties following processes and procedures with limited guidance and supervision You will also be required to produce, review and analyse transactional finance data to ensure that financial results are compliant with company financial policy and accounting standards This role will offer development opportunities for those seeking to progress their accounting career Key Accountabilities Supports the delivery of high quality finance and accounting activities to the business with limited supervision and guidance, whilst working within clearly defined procedures. Resolves standard queries, escalating more complex issues to a senior member of the team. Supports resilience across the Business Support team by learning new skills, tools and providing administrative support where and when required as determined by the Team Leader and/or Accounting Lead. Supports the effectiveness of the business support team by identifying and communicating improvement opportunities within own role and tasks and assists with CI projects and activities. Specific Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Preparation and posting of journals, including accruals, prepayments, provisions and any others that help to provide timely and accurate month end accounts. Attending Project/Cost Centre reviews, providing relevant feedback and challenging the numbers (assistance and development in this area) Work as a team with the management accountants to support Cost Centre Managers, project and program managers. Assisting Management Accountants with forecasting and budget rounds, gaining experience and taking a lead when ready. Capital expenditure monitoring and reporting. Preparation of Balance Sheet Packs. Preparation of monthly QinetiQ Management Packs. Cost correction posting. Preparation of AP06 & AP12 Statutory audit packs. Ad hoc reporting for key stakeholders. Maintain compliance with standard processes and procedures. Preparation of hedging data for the Treasury team. Key Capabilities/Knowledge Knowledge of Management Information Services and its key outputs. Accuracy and attention to detail and excellent numerical analytical skills. Effective time management and a can-do attitude. Team player willing to seek help from colleagues and share experiences and best practices. Flexibility in approach and attitude - open to change. Customer service and delivery of quality outputs. Good communication skills and eager to learn. Experience & Qualifications Actively studying - ACA, ACCA, CIMA, AAT or relevant accounting experience Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office, in particular Excel is an advantage Project/Cost Centre accounting experience is essential Key experience working in a large team and ability to meet tight month end deadlines We look for outstanding technical people, creative and analytical thinkers, decisions makers, influencers and excellent communicators. Join us today. Apply at https://www.qinetiq.com/Careers