Management Accountant

The National College; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative EdTech business is seeking a Management Accountant to lead its finance team in Sheffield. This role is pivotal in enhancing departmental performance through month-end reporting and team mentorship. The successful candidate will introduce new technologies to foster a digitally-focused workplace, making a significant impact on the organization. With a blend of financial expertise and leadership skills, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a fast-paced environment. Join a market leader in professional development and be part of a mission to support schools worldwide with cutting-edge solutions.

Benefits

Hybrid working

NEST Pensions scheme

Buy & Sell Holiday scheme

Life Assurance scheme

SmartHealth access to virtual GP and mental health support

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience in finance and team management is required.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel, are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end procedures and variance analysis.
• Manage Purchase & Sales Ledgers and perform bank reconciliations.

Skills

Excel

Financial Force

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Team Management

Proactive Problem Solving

Education

QBE or Recognised professional accounting qualification (CIMA/ ACCA/ ACA)

Tools

Financial Force

Job description

We're looking for a Management Accountant to take on a key role within our finance team. As a leader of the finance transactional team, you'll have the opportunity to drive improvements and enhance departmental performance.

This role offers a mix of month-end and reporting responsibilities, alongside the chance to mentor and develop staff. You'll also play a hands-on role in introducing new technologies, helping to shape a more digitally-focused and efficient workplace. If you're passionate about making an impact and growing your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

1. Performing the month-end procedures
2. Variance Analysis along with commentary
3. Responsible for Purchase & Sales Ledgers
4. Bank and account reconciliations
5. Cash flow analysis
6. Management of central contracts store
7. Payment processing and new payment implementation
8. VAT Returns and liaising with HMRC
9. Audit support when required

Requirements
Experience

• 3 years' within finance (required)
• 3 years' team management

Skills and Competencies

• Good IT Skills (Excel - Essential, Financial Force - Desirable)
• Capable of working under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Proactive manner, ability to use own initiative
• Ability to work with all levels of staff within the organisation
• Highly organised
• Strong communicator
• Good analytical and reporting skills

Qualifications

• QBE or Recognised professional accounting qualification (CIMA/ ACCA/ ACA)

Benefits

• Hybrid working, with regular collaboration days in our Sheffield HQ
• NEST Pensions scheme
• Buy & Sell Holiday scheme offering an opportunity to boost holiday allowance to up to 38 days annually
• Access to company Life Assurance scheme
• SmartHealth - access to 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, financial advice and more

Who are The National College

The National College is a fast-growing and innovative EdTech business headquartered in Sheffield. We are a market-leading and multi-award-winning provider of professional development and software tools that support over 45,000 schools worldwide to ensure compliance and drive up standards. Our cutting-edge platform has revolutionised online training and now boasts the world's largest professional development library for educators!

The National College is part of the National Education Group.