Management Accountant in Castleford

Job Vacancy: Trust Management Accountant

Location: Cutsyke Road, Featherstone, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF7 6BD

Duration: 3 months with the possibility of extension (will also consider permanent candidates).

Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

The Role: Join our Multi-Academy Trust to lead high-quality management accounting and consolidated financial reporting. You will provide robust monitoring of financial performance, manage the treasury function, and ensure statutory compliance across our schools.

Key Responsibilities

• Reporting: Lead monthly consolidated reporting and budget variance analysis.
• Treasury: Manage bank balances and surplus fund investments to maximise income.
• Financial Control: Own month-end/year-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, and payroll journals.
• Audit & Tax: Coordinate external audits and prepare monthly VAT returns.
• Procurement: Support the CFO in achieving value for money across the Trust.

Requirements

• Qualifications: AAT Level 4, CCAB/CIMA/ACCA (Part or Fully Qualified).
• Skills: Strong technical accounting, Excel proficiency, and analytical mindset.
• Compliance: Subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.