Employer: M&M Supply (Education Recruitment Agency)
Location: Swindon
Contract: Full-time
Salary: £39,862
About the Role
M&M Supply is proud to be working in partnership with a large, well-established Multi-Academy Trust to recruit an experienced Financial Accountant. This is a key role within the Trust’s central finance team, supporting financial control, income management, reconciliations, payroll oversight, and year-end processes across multiple school settings.
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven finance professional who enjoys variety, values accuracy, and thrives in a collaborative education environment.
Key Responsibilities
As the Financial Accountant, you will:
* Oversee income control systems across the Trust, ensuring accurate posting, reporting and variance tracking (ESFA, Local Authorities, third-party providers, lettings, etc.).
* Manage and monitor SEN top-up income, working closely with SENCOs, Principals, local authorities and internal stakeholders.
* Ensure robust payroll controls, including payroll reconciliations, pre-checks with HR, journal preparation, pension accounting and issue resolution.
* Complete balance sheet reconciliations, aged debtor reviews, accrued/deferred income processing and trial balance-level work.
* Support forecasting and budgeting through income profiling with Finance Leads.
* Prepare year-end schedules, statements and audit support documentation.
* Provide expert finance guidance to school-based finance teams and act as a positive ambassador for the central finance function.
* Line-manage finance staff within designated schools and support their development.
* Adapt to wider finance support needs across the Trust as required.
Required Qualifications & Experience
You must have:
* ACCA qualification (fully qualified)
* Experience working at Trial Balance level
* Prior experience with Balance Sheets, Reconciliations & strong financial control
* Charity or Education sector experience (Preferred)
* Some experience using Sage
* Experience using SEMA
* Strong analytical and IT skills (Excel & MS Office proficient)
* Ability to support multiple finance areas and be flexible within the role
* Excellent communication skills and confidence liaising with senior stakeholders
Desirable Attributes
* Ability to build strong working relationships across multiple departments
* Highly organised, self-motivated and able to meet strict deadlines
* Creative thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving
* Previous experience in a multi-site or multi-academy environment
* Experience with growing or developing finance systems
Why Join This Trust?
* Work within a respected, supportive and forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust
* Be part of a collaborative central finance team that values professional development
* Contribute to the financial integrity of schools making a real difference to young people
* Opportunities for progression within a large organisational structure
Safeguarding Statement
This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be expected to share this commitment. The role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, reference checks, right-to-work verification and qualification evidence.
How to Apply
If you’re an experienced Financial Accountant looking for a rewarding role within the education sector, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today via CV Library or contact M&M Supply for more information