Management Accountant

Newcastle-under-Lyme

Job Reference: JUL20214331

Management Accountant

Permanent, Full Time

Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme College

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience

We are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Management Accountant to provide a broad range of financial support services liaising closely with managers throughout the college.

The main emphasis will be in the development and review of good management accounting practice, and duties will include compiling monthly management accounts to be presented to the Group Accountant, Vice Principal and the Senior Management Team as and when required.

To work with Faculty and support department managers to profile and re-profile budgets in the light planned and actual expenditure patterns. In addition, you will be involved in the production of the College’s annual budget setting cycle and will investigate and highlight any areas of concerns regarding budgetary expenditure.

To be successful, you will hold an appropriate accounting qualification, CIMA, CIPFA, ACCA or equivalent, have experience in a similar level role, have a detailed understanding of statutory responsibilities and accounting standards as well as excellent communication skills.

The ideal candidate will also be able to work under pressure to tight deadlines and have a positive outlook.

What’s in it for you?

The college offers and excellent benefits package which includes:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Excellent Training and Development Opportunities
• 24 days annual leave, rising to 30 following 5 years’ service (plus bank holidays and Christmas closure period)

How to apply

To apply for the role of Management Accountant, please click ‘Apply Now’ to
complete an online application form.

The closing date for completed applications: 15 August 2021

This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.