Group Management Accountant

Partner Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious and forward-thinking private education business is seeking a proactive financial professional to join their dynamic team. This role involves preparing management accounts, financial reports, and conducting variance analysis to support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong financial reporting and budgeting experience, alongside advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial software. Join a company committed to shaping the future of education through innovation and collaboration, and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with proven experience in financial reporting and budgeting.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial software required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports for accuracy.
• Conduct variance analysis and support budget preparation.
• Monitor cash flow and maintain internal controls.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost Management

Advanced Excel Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Partner Financial is collaborating with a leading and innovative private education business headquartered in Central London. With a growing international footprint and a reputation for academic excellence, this ambitious and forward-thinking organisation is committed to shaping the future of education through personalised learning, digital innovation, and global collaboration. Backed by substantial investment and a long-term strategic vision, the business is well-positioned for continued expansion across new and existing markets.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Group Financial Controller, taking responsibility for providing accurate financial information, analysis and insights to support decision making. The ideal applicant will be a proactive and commercially astute individual, confident in supporting a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Preparing monthly management accounts for the Central Support Team’s cost centres, including processing all invoices, reconciling cash cards, and posting accruals and prepayments.
• Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Conducting variance analysis to compare actual performance against budget and forecast.
• Supporting the Group FC in preparing year-end financial statements for the Group.
• Assisting in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Monitoring performance against budget, identifying areas of concern, and supporting management in managing costs effectively.
• Advising on cost-saving initiatives and implementing financial controls.
• Monitoring cash flow to maintain liquidity and financial stability.
• Maintaining and enforcing internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with accounting and regulatory standards.
• Assisting with audits by ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Collaborating with non-financial departments to support the ordering process and provide financial insights for decision-making.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cost management.
• Advanced excel skills and proficiency in financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• An inquisitive, self-starter who can work equally well within a team or autonomously
• An excellent communicator, both written and verbally
• High degree of self-awareness, able to proactively establish and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders alike.

Interested candidates should send their CV to Vas Karadimas, who will be contacting candidates with the closest match to the client’s selection criteria within three days of application to arrange an initial meeting. If you have not heard from me within these timescales, thank you for your interest but please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. If you would like to have a confidential discussion about your current situation then please feel free to give us a call to discuss.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, and Finance

Industries

Education and Education Administration Programs