Management Accountant

Michael Page (UK); Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a skilled Management Accountant to join their progressive Multi Academy Trust. This role focuses on delivering accurate financial reporting, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting high standards of business practice and supporting schools in achieving their financial objectives. With opportunities for development and career progression, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the educational sector while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Contributory pension through Tyne and Wear pension scheme @ 22.2%

Qualifications

• Recognised CCAB accountancy qualification and experience as a Management Accountant.
• Proven track record in managing significant budgets and preparing high-level reports.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and conduct detailed variance analyses.
• Manage individual school budgets and support new schools in integrating with the Trust.

Skills

Management Accounting

Budget Management

Financial Reporting

Variance Analysis

Education

CCAB Accountancy Qualification (CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA)

Job description

• You will work with a progressive and forward thinking Multi Academy Trust
• Opportunities for development and career progression

About Our Client

The organisation focuses on educational excellence through collaborative networks. Their purpose is to deliver excellent education for the benefit of all and their mission is to develop all our young people to have the opportunity to succeed.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including balance reconciliation, and detailed variance analyses of school and Trust performance
• Complete year end, audit and statutory returns accurately and within deadlines (HMRC, ESFA etc.)
• Promote the highest standards of business practice/integrity within the finance function of the Trust and Trust schools
• Ensure the most effective use of resources in support of the Trust's stated aims and ethos, values and vision
• Implementing financial procedures as required
• Responsible for managing individual school budgets and KPI and overall Trust performance for the board
• Support new schools to integrate within the Trust, ensuring policies and procedures are followed

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following experience:

• Recognised CCAB accountancy qualification e.g. CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent
• Experience as a Management Accountant
• Managing and reporting on budgets of significant financial value
• Preparation of high-level reports, including recommendations for improvement
• Experience within a charity or education establishment

What's on Offer

• Salary: £43,693 to £47,754 per annum
• 37 hours per week - part time hours or term time only working considered (pro rata depending on working arrangements)
• Newcastle upon Tyne
• Contributory pension through Tyne and Wear pension scheme @ 22.2%

If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to find out more, we'd encourage you to contact us as soon as possible.