Management Accountant

Plumpton College; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a Management Accountant for a full-time, permanent position. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance team, demonstrating strong technical and analytical skills to ensure accurate financial reporting. Benefits include competitive salary, extensive leave, professional development opportunities, and employee support initiatives. Apply by completing the application forms and sending them to the provided contact information.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 37 days annual leave

Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme

In-house training opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Free onsite gym access

Discounted courses and wine

Qualifications

• Candidates must demonstrate strong technical skills.
• Analytical skills to provide accurate financial information are required.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Finance team in a lead role.
• Provide support and coverage for various tasks.
• Develop finance skills in a busy team environment.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Analytical approach

Education

Part-qualified applicants actively studying towards their qualification

Job description

Management Accountant

Type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time - 37.5h per week

Salary: £31,677 - £39,465

Plumpton College is seeking to appoint a Management Accountant. Working with the Finance team is essential for this small, busy team. Each member has a lead role and opportunities to learn various tasks, providing support, coverage, and variety—an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their finance skills.

We are seeking part-qualified applicants actively studying towards their qualification. The successful candidate will require strong technical skills and an analytical approach to provide accurate financial information and reports.

Why Join Us?

• A competitive salary
• Up to 37 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), and up to 5 efficiency days at Christmas
• Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive CPD and in-house teacher training (where applicable)
• Support for employees through the Menopause Pledge
• Disability Confident employer
• Supported 6-month probation with structured induction
• In-house coaching culture with L5 trained coaches
• TOTUM card for high street discounts and Blue Light Card eligibility
• Networking events focused on menopause, LGBTQ+, men's health, and bereavement
• Active EDI and Sustainability committees
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Birthday treats: free cake and hot drink
• Staff social events at Christmas and summer
• Free onsite parking
• Discounted Plumpton wine and courses
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free onsite gym access

We reserve the right to interview or withdraw this vacancy at any time; early application is encouraged.

Plumpton College is committed to equal opportunities and non-discriminatory practices. We promote safeguarding and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

To apply, complete an application and equality/diversity monitoring forms and send them to [e-mail] or mail to HR Department, Plumpton College, Ditchling Road, Plumpton, East Sussex, BN7 3AE. Phone: [phone].

Further details, including the job description and application form, are available at www.plumpton.ac.uk. The closing date is Friday 29th August at 5 pm.