Management Accountant

Independent Schools Association (ISA); England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Suffolk is seeking a Management Accountant to support the Head of Finance with operational financial management, including preparation of Management Accounts and cash-flow projections. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of technical accounting principles. This position is office-based and requires immediate availability.

Qualifications

• Experience in operational financial management is essential.
• Familiar with preparing Management Accounts and Balance Sheets.
• Must understand cash-flow projections and complex financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Finance in financial management tasks.
• Implement changes to finance processes and procedures.
• Prepare detailed analysis of financial information.

Skills

Operational financial management

Preparation of Management Accounts

Balance Sheet reconciliations

Cash-flow projections

Technical accounting principles

Education

Understanding of double-entry accounting

Job description

This role supports the Head of Finance with the operational financial management at the School, including preparation of Management Accounts, Balance Sheet reconciliations, detailed analysis, and Cash-flow projections.

Description

The Royal Hospital School is a leading independent co-educational boarding and day school for ages 11 to 18, set in 200 acres of stunning Suffolk countryside overlooking the River Stour.

A recent ISI Inspection rated the school ‘excellent’, with the following comments from inspectors: “The School realises its aim to enable pupils to grow into the person they wish to become, fulfilling their potential and leaving very well prepared for life.”

The Royal Hospital School is a modern, forward-thinking school anchored on 300 years of history and achievement. It is a stunningly beautiful campus with a strong sense of community and a collaborative working environment.

The Royal Hospital School has the following vacancy required to start as soon as possible:

Management Accountant

This role supports the Head of Finance with the operational financial management at the School, including preparation of Management Accounts, Balance Sheet reconciliations, detailed analysis, and Cash-flow projections.

The successful candidate will work with the Head of Finance to implement changes to finance processes and procedures. Some of the financial processes at the School are complex, requiring a thorough understanding of technical accounting principles, including double-entry.

Please note that if shortlisted for interview, you will also be required to complete the Royal Hospital School application form.

This is an office-based role.

Interviews may be scheduled at any time – we reserve the right to move the application deadline forward.

Applications should be made online via TES using the ‘apply’ link. For more vacancies, visit our website.

Please send a completed application form and a covering letter (no more than one side of A4) to [e-mail].

Further details are available at our vacancies page or by contacting the HR Manager at [e-mail] or calling 01473 326200.

For more information about the Royal Hospital School, visit our website.

The Royal Hospital School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Employment is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.