Management Accountant

Summary:

Management Accountant job opportunity at a leading independent girls’ school.

About the School:

A school with a strong commitment to academic excellence, pastoral care, and innovative teaching methods. It fosters a warm, values-led community that supports the growth and development of students and staff alike.

The Opportunity:

As a Management Accountant, you will support the school’s finance activities across multiple departments, including the Senior and Prep Schools, a letting company subsidiary, and a charity. This role is ideal for a qualified accountant who thrives in a dynamic and varied environment and is passionate about delivering accurate and timely financial support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly and termly management accounts.
• Manage month-end processes including journals, accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Conduct budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modelling.
• Monitor fee income, bursaries, and scholarships.
• Prepare statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors.
• Handle VAT returns, compliance, and VAT recovery reviews.
• Oversee payroll processing and support payroll operations.
• Provide financial insights and support to budget holders and senior leaders for decision-making.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• A recognised accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent).
• Strong experience in management accounting and statutory accounts preparation.
• Sound knowledge of VAT and compliance in a regulated environment.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• High level of accuracy, organisation, and attention to detail.

Preferred

• Experience in a school or charitable environment.
• Familiarity with financial software and systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of £40,000 – £45,000 per annum.
• Generous defined contribution pension scheme.
• Free use of the school swimming pool and discounted on-site activities.