Management Accountant

Dawson Jones Recruitment; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organization in Bradford is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to support financial reporting and budgeting in an education-focused environment. The role involves preparation of monthly management accounts, budget support, and providing financial insight. Candidates should have experience in management accounting within education or public sector environments, along with relevant accounting qualifications. This position offers a chance to make a real impact in a values-led organization.

Qualifications

• Qualified or part qualified in accountancy with relevant experience.
• Experience in management accounting within education or public sector.
• Strong understanding of education financial compliance desirable.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts with variance analysis.
• Supporting annual budgets and forecasts.
• Providing financial insight and support to senior leaders.

Skills

Management accounting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication with non-finance stakeholders

Organizational skills

Education

Professional accountancy qualification

Job description

A well established, values led organisation in Bradford is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to support financial reporting, budgeting and financial insight within an education focused environment.

Working closely with senior finance leadership, this role will play a key part in ensuring leaders and governing bodies are supported with accurate, timely and meaningful financial information to enable effective decision making and continuous improvement.

This opportunity will suit a Management Accountant with experience in education who is looking for a broad, visible role with real impact.

The Role

• Preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and clear commentary
• Supporting annual budgets, forecasts and longer term financial planning
• Providing financial insight and support to senior leaders and budget holders
• Balance sheet control including accruals, prepayments and reconciliations
• Payroll reconciliation and cash flow forecasting
• Supporting VAT returns and ensuring income and expenditure are recorded in line with funding and compliance requirements
• Monitoring financial performance and highlighting risks and opportunities
• Supporting compliance with statutory, regulatory and audit requirements relevant to education settings
• Assisting with year end accounts and audit preparation
• Supporting and assisting the supervision and development of finance staff
• Contributing to improvements in financial systems, processes and reporting

Experience Required

• Qualified, part qualified or working towards a professional accountancy qualification, with relevant management accounting experience
• Proven experience in management accounting within education or public sector environments
• Strong understanding of education financial compliance requirements is desirable
• Confident producing and explaining management accounts to non finance stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail
• Organised, calm under pressure and able to manage competing deadlines
• Motivated by working in a values led environment focused on improving outcomes for young people

Please apply now or contact Claire Harrison at [e-mail] for more information

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