Job profile

Management Accountant
Finance
Salary: £40,144 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent | Full 37 hours per week

Reference: REC2014 | Closing date: Sunday 10th November 2024

The opportunity

Finance isn’t boring at Barnsley College.

We have a strong finance team that are vital cogs in managing income and expenditure for each department and across the college. This is an exciting and unique opportunity for a Management Accountant to join our team, reporting directly to the Head of Finance.

The finance department provides a high-quality financial service to the whole of the College. The team consists of 16 staff of which 5 focus significantly on the management account function of the department. We aim to provide excellent customer service and offer prompt and high-quality financial support to our internal and external stakeholders, whilst maintaining good controls and enforcing compliance with the College’s financial regulations.

As Management Accountant, you will have an important role within the department, leading the management account section and shaping its role and direction.  Main duties include:

• Responsible for producing the monthly management accounts and associated reports to management and the board
• Prepare the college VAT returns and assist in the preparation of the statutory accounts and related schedules
• Support some of the budget holders to understand and react to the financial information available to them, which will enable you to understand the college on a wider non-financial context
• Support the maintenance of the college’s fixed asset register and processes as well as supporting and developing relevant features within the finance system

If you are interested in joining our progressive organisation as a Management Accountant, please submit your application for review.

Reasons to join us

• We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 47 days per year including bank and public holidays)
• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous 19.2% employer contribution! 
• We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
• Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress 
• 24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP
• Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of YouatWork
• Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• College gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
• On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options

• Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff

The Barnsley College Advantage

When you join us, you can expect to benefit from “The Barnsley College Advantage”. This is the advantage of:

• Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals
• A range of flexible working opportunities
• Autonomy, Empowerment and Accountability
• Short and Long Term development commitments
• Access to experiencing work in a range of areas
• Working in a Value and Behaviour led organisation
• Reward and Recognition
• Having your voice heard at every level
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support

About you

You will have two years of experience in a management accounting role, preparing management accounts and overseeing most of the management information. You’ll thrive in a team setting, effectively delegating tasks to ensure accounts are prepared within the monthly reporting deadlines. With a solid understanding of accounting software and strong spreadsheet skills, you’ll contribute significantly to the team. Additionally, you will have the ability to motivate, develop, and inspire staff both within your department and across the college.

Closing date for applications Sunday 10th November 2024 - We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.

Job Description and Person Specification

Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.