Management Accountant

1. Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis.

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.

• Support the preparation of year-end financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards.

1. Budget Management

• Work closely with department heads to monitor and manage budgets.

• Provide financial advice and support to stakeholders to ensure effective budgetary control.

1. Data Analysis and Insight

• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

• Deliver insightful reporting to inform senior management decision-making.

1. Compliance and Governance

• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and policies, including FE sector requirements.

• Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to queries.

1. Process Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements in financial processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Support the development and use of financial systems, ensuring they meet organizational needs.

We are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join a dynamic Further Education College in East London on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate and insightful financial information to support the college’s operations and strategic decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong technical skills and sector experience to make an immediate impact., + Fully or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).

• Experience:

• Proven experience in management accounting, ideally within the Further Education or public sector.

• Strong understanding of FE funding streams and financial regulations is desirable.

• Skills:

• Advanced Excel and proficiency with financial systems.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to build effective working relationships across departments.

• Personal Attributes:

• Organized, proactive, and able to work independently.

• Adaptable and able to deliver under tight deadlines., * FE

• Financial Data

• Financial Systems

• Further Education

• Management Accounting

• Competitive daily rate of £250.

• Opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive environment.

• Immediate start for the right candidate.