Management Accountant

Job Location	Bury
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	41,695 - 46,105 per annum
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent , full-time

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Finance Department at Bury College for a Management Accountant to join us on a Permanent basis!The Management Accountant plays a crucial role in the success of the College, responsibilities include monthly management accounts, annual budgeting and financial planning and forecasting. As one of the key Finance Business partners to the College LeadershipTeam you will work closely with other colleagues to provide a comprehensive level of support. As part of that team, you will also provide support to the Head of Financial Services and Vice Principal Finance and Corporate Resources.Working in a dynamic, values led organisation, this role will be ideal for applicants with knowledge and experience in the sector and who are passionate about contributing to the Colleges mission to service the community through education and training.Responsibilities

Prepare and produce timely, accurate and meaningful monthly management accounts and reforecasts, commentary, supporting analysis, KPIs and variance reports
Provide budget holders with financial information which meets their needs
Answer queries from budget holders about their accounts and deal with ad hoc queries from the finance team
Prepare monthly accruals, prepayments, internal charges and other ad hoc journals
Assist with the collection and collation of information and data in order to assist with the preparation of the annual budget.
Update and ensure compliance with the Colleges Financial Regulations and associated operating procedure.
Assist in the preparation of the Annual Budget and Year End Financial Statements
Assist with both External and Internal Auditors as part of the annual audit cycle
Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns

Person Specification

Possess a recognised CCAB professional accountancy qualification or equivalent; CCAB Finalists and exceptional candidates qualified by experience and with significant sector experience will also be considered.
Excellent knowledge of accounting systems and extensive spreadsheet experience
Experience working as a Business Partner with an understanding of and an ability to deliver excellent customer service to internal and external customers
Flexible and responsive approach to working
Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in work and the learning environment
Up-to-date occupational experience
Enhanced DBS check.

Please see attached our full Job Description for further details.If you would like to show your interest please submit your application by clicking apply, the deadline for applications is Monday 27th February 2023.Benefits28 days annual leave + Bank holidays + Christmas closure Local Authority Pension FundFlexible WorkingFamily Friendly PoliciesSpecial Leave of AbsencePaid Leave for Religious FestivalsUp to 2 weeks paid bereavement leaveCPD trainingOccupational Sick Pay (up to 6 months full pay/ 6 months half pay)Wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and Counselling.Onsite gymCycle to Work SchemeOnsite nurseryFree onsite parkingFor an informal discussion around the requirements of this opportunity, please dont hesitate to reach out to our Recruitment Lead : Shannon Bower, where arrangements can be made with a member of the relevant department.

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