Management Accountant – Finance Partner for Educational Growth

Springwell Alternative Academy; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Chelmsford is seeking a qualified Management Accountant to join its Finance Department. This role involves preparing monthly management accounts, producing and analyzing budgets, and providing financial insight to support educational projects. Candidates should hold a professional accounting qualification and have experience in management accounting, preferably within the education sector. The position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Benefits

Excellent benefits & CPD

Lunch without charge in term time

Discounted annual membership for New Hall Sport Club

Qualifications

• Proven experience in management accounting within a complex organisation.
• Strong understanding of financial analysis and variance reporting.
• Experience in producing monthly accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
• Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues.
• Detail oriented with high levels of integrity and organization.
• Experience within the education sector is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely monthly management accounts with analysis and commentary.
• Produce and analyze budgets and forecasts.
• Provide financial insight for educational initiatives.
• Work with budget holders to monitor performance and control costs.
• Support year-end processes and audit preparation.
• Contribute to improving finance systems and controls.

Skills

Management accounting principles

Analytical skills

Excellent Excel skills

Budgeting and forecasting

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

A leading educational institution in Chelmsford is seeking a qualified Management Accountant to join its Finance Department. This role involves preparing monthly management accounts, producing and analyzing budgets, and providing financial insight to support educational projects. Candidates should hold a professional accounting qualification and have experience in management accounting, preferably within the education sector. The position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for continuous improvement.