Assistant Management Accountant

Who We Are

At Network Rail, we're part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain and operate our network.

About our people and the recruitment process - We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! We look for opportunities to offer great opportunities to learn and grow through personal and professional development. And, if you make the grade then you can look forward to a rewarding and fulfilling career with a company that joined the top 50 in the Glassdoor's 2021 Best Places to Work.

We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone

About the role

Assist and support the provision of a comprehensive financial and management accounting service to the business areas.

Support the provision of consolidated results of business plans, results and forecasts.

Assist in the analysis of periodic financial performance of individual business units against objectives (including budgets and forecasts).

Prepare and distribute appropriate financial reports to budget holders to support financial control and aid performance management and target achievement.

Assist in the provision of investment/project accounting services as required.

Promulgate awareness of financial and corporate governance standards, and support and monitor compliance.

Assist in supporting the timely collection of business unit debts and payment of business unit creditors.

Support the team as required, to deliver a comprehensive financial and management accounting service to the business areas.

Salary: Band 5 - Circa - £28,000 - £31,000 per annum

For assistance with your application/reason adjustments, please email WalesResourcing@networkrail.co.uk.

We positively embrace flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and family/home life.

In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours.

At Network Rail we promote a diverse and inclusive organisation. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team to support black, Asian and minority ethnic colleagues. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&WesternCulturalFusion@networkrail.co.uk

Your experience and skills

Essential

Knowledge of current accounting standards.

Commitment to working towards an accountancy qualification.

Advanced Excel skills.

Desirable

Experience in management accounting role.

Financial management systems experience.

Key Information

Vacancy Details

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Location:

Swindon Western House, Swindon

Geographical Area:

South West England

Closing Date:

26-AUG-2026

Job Category:

Finance

Function:

Wales & Western Region

Organisation:

DN Finance Director Western Route (338797) G1

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