Trainee / Assistant Management Accountant

Join our finance team as a Trainee or Assistant Management Accountant. You'll support key financial functions while growing your skills in a supportive and purpose-led environment.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: £28,553.00 – £30,339.00 (depending on experience)

Contract: 37 hours a week, 52 weeks a year

Closing Date: Tuesday 8th July, 2025 at 12:00pm

Apply for Trainee / Assistant Management Accountant vacancy.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Trainee / Assistant Management Accountant to join our dynamic finance team.

Ideal for a recent graduate or Level 4 qualified individual, this role offers the opportunity to develop financial planning, analysis and reporting skills in a supportive educational environment.

Trainee / Assistant Management Accountant

You will play a key role in budgeting, cost analysis and compliance, contributing to the strategic financial health of the College while embodying our values of equality, empowerment, respect and sustainability.

Job Description
Person Specification

Role Responsibilities:

Financial reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary.

Budgeting and forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.

Cost analysis: Analyse costs and expenditures to identify areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Financial planning: Support the development of financial plans and strategies to achieve the College’s objectives.

Compliance: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and college policies.

Data management: Maintain accurate financial records and ensure data integrity.

Support: Provide financial support and advice to various departments within the College.

Projects: Assist with financial projects and initiatives as required.

Audit: Support internal and external audit processes.

General Responsibilities for all Staff:

Ensure that all beneficiaries are treated with dignity and respect.

Empower students and day service users to maintain their personal independence and confidentiality.

Contribute positively to a high-quality teaching, learning and working environment.

Comply with health & safety and safeguarding regulations.

Any other reasonable duties commensurate with role as required.

Education & Qualifications

Attribute

Criteria

Evidence

The successful candidate with have either a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field / OR Level 4 qualification (e.g. AAT Level 4) OR Part qualified CCAB (CIMA/ACCA etc) Accountant.

If required, support for relevant qualifications can be provided.

Essential

Certs

Experience, Knowledge & Abilities

Attribute	Criteria	Evidence
Previous experience in a finance role (internships or placements are acceptable).	Essential	App Form & Int
Strong numerical and analytical skills	Essential	App Form & Int
Ability to meet prescribed deadlines.	Essential	App Form & Int
Ability to explain finance to non-finance colleagues	Desirable	App Form & Int

Interpersonal Skills & Qualities

Attribute	Criteria	Evidence
Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.	Essential	App Form & Int
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.	Essential	App Form & Int
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.	Essential	App Form & Int
Good communication and interpersonal skills.	Essential	App Form & Int
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.	Essential	App Form & Int

Note: This job description and person specification is not an exhaustive description – it is a guide and will be subject to review to meet the service / business needs.