Job Description

We are looking to appoint a Full time Management Accountant to join our Finance Department on a 1-year fixed term contract. This role is Monday to Friday, based on site throughout the year. Core office hours are: 08.30am – 5.00pm.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
 

• You will support the Head of Finance with the preparation of the annual budget for the school, including supporting schedules and all elements of income and expenditure, including salaries
• Input the annual budget into the accounting system
• Prepare monthly management accounts for budget holders, including variance analysis and full-year projections and other updates as agreed with Head of Finance
• Develop and maintain the performance dashboard
• Monitor/review financial transactions and ensure best value and practice
• Support the year end closedown and preparation of statutory accounts
• Support the audit process and assist with preparation of necessary working papers and audit file
• Support review of current processes and drive forward implementation of new technologies to streamline the functions of the department including financial access across the school
• Preparation and submission of regulatory and annual returns as directed by the Head of Finance
• Ad-hoc financial and process analysis as required

BENEFITS

• Membership of a workplace pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions
• Access to the School’s swimming pool and fitness suite
• Free on-site parking and excellent public transport links
• Free lunch and refreshments
• Generous occupational sick pay
• A commitment to professional development
• A beautiful working environment – the school is set in a conservation site in excess of 20 acres.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Part CIMA/ACCA qualified or qualified by experience
• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience
• Experience of producing management accounts
• Advanced Excel skills that enable the manipulation and analysis of data
• The ability to work to tight deadlines
• Numerate with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Team player
• Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholder
• It is desirable for the successful candidate to have the following qualifications, experience, and personal attributes:
• Experience of using Sage 200