Junior Trust Management Accountant: Budget & Reporting

London South East Academies Trust; London Borough of Bromley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

London South East Academies Trust seeks a motivated Junior Trust Management Accountant to join the Finance Team. You will support the delivery of accurate financial information, assist with monthly management accounts and budget monitoring, and help budget holders manage their allocations.

You will work closely with the Trust Management Accountant, developing accounting knowledge within a growing Multi-Academy Trust.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 finalist or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• Willingness to study towards ACA, ACCA or CIMA.
• Experience in a finance or accounting environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly management accounts and financial reporting.
• Monitor expenditure against budgets and investigate variances.
• Maintain accruals, prepayments, fixed asset and lease schedules.
• Complete regular control account reconciliations and prepare journals.
• Provide financial support to schools and budget holders.

Skills

Excel

IT skills

Analytical skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 finalist or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Willingness to study ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Job description

London South East Academies Trust seeks a motivated Junior Trust Management Accountant to join the Finance Team. You will support the delivery of accurate financial information, assist with monthly management accounts and budget monitoring, and help budget holders manage their allocations.

You will work closely with the Trust Management Accountant, developing accounting knowledge within a growing Multi-Academy Trust.