Management Accountant
Listed on 2026-09-15
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Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance -
Accounting
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance
Management Accountant
Final date to receive applications: 16 September 2026
Department: Central Finance
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Sandwell College
Compensation: £41,212 - £46,390 / year
DescriptionAre you a qualified or part-qualified accountant looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real impact within a dynamic Finance team? Sandwell College is seeking an experienced and proactive Management Accountant to join our Finance and Resources department on a permanent, full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong management accounting, budgeting and financial analysis experience to play a key role in supporting the College’s financial performance.
You will produce accurate and timely management accounts, provide budget holders with clear financial information and contribute to effective budget setting, forecasting and financial planning. Please note that interviews will be help on Wednesday 23rd September 2026.
- Leading month-end processes, including journals and balance sheet reconciliations
- Preparing the monthly management accounts pack, including budget vs actual analysis and insightful commentary
- Providing budget holders with clear, timely financial information and guidance to help them manage their budgets effectively
- Supporting annual budget setting, forecasting and financial analysis
- Leading the preparation of annual statutory financial statements and audit files
- Working closely with internal and external auditors during the year-end audit
- Identifying and implementing improvements to financial processes, controls and reporting
- Line managing the Finance Administrator, providing guidance, training and support
- Undertaking financial analysis and projects as required by the Director of Finance and Senior Leadership Team
- A qualified or part-qualified accountancy qualification, such as ACA, CIMA, ACCA or CIPF
- Microsoft Excel intermediate e.g., European Computer Driving Licence or CLAIT L2
- Experience of accounting functions and accounts preparation, including year-end financial statements and external audit
- Experience of operational and strategic budget management, including budget setting, analysis and forecasting
- Experience of analysing complex financial data and communicating the results effectively
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