Overview
Based in our friendly Finance team, you will play a key role in supporting the Management Accountant, Assistant Management Accountant and Head of Finance. Together, you will help deliver accurate, timely financial information that supports the College’s operations and strategic decisions. Your work will contribute to vital areas such as budgeting, forecasting, capital spend monitoring and management account preparation. You will take ownership of preparing and posting monthly journals, including those for payroll and grant funding, as well as handling accruals, prepayments, depreciation and provisions to keep our financial reporting accurate and up to date. You will prepare management account schedules that feed directly into reports for the College Leadership Team and Board, helping to inform key decisions across the organisation. A big part of your role will be ensuring all transactions are accurately coded within the Balance Sheet. You will complete monthly reconciliations and swiftly investigate and resolve any discrepancies to keep everything running smoothly. You will also support the management of the fixed asset register, including processing new additions, disposals and depreciation. You will work closely with budget holders across the College, acting as their go‑to contact for financial support. This involves providing clear, timely financial information, helping them manage their budgets and explaining variances or resolving queries. By doing so, you will make sure everyone has the insight they need to make confident, informed financial decisions. This is a great opportunity to gain exposure to a wide range of finance activities, from management accounting and budgeting to balance sheet reconciliation and capital monitoring – giving you a strong foundation for future progression.
Responsibilities
* Prepare and post monthly journals, including payroll and grant funding.
* Handle accruals, prepayments, depreciation and provisions to keep reporting accurate.
* Prepare management account schedules feeding reports for the Leadership Team and Board.
* Ensure all transactions are accurately coded on the Balance Sheet.
* Complete monthly reconciliations and investigate discrepancies promptly.
* Manage the fixed asset register, processing additions, disposals and depreciation.
* Act as the go‑to contact for budget holders, providing financial support and explanations.
Qualifications and Experience
* Four GCSEs at grades A‑C (including English and Maths) or equivalent.
* AAT Level 2 (or equivalent) completed and working towards Level 3.
* Minimum of one year’s finance office experience.
* Strong foundation in accounting principles and experience preparing journals, reconciliations and financial reports.
* Highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks to meet monthly deadlines.
* Good communicator who can explain financial information clearly to non‑finance colleagues.
* Studying towards a recognised accounting qualification (e.g., AAT) or equivalent experience.
Benefits
* Up to 47 days per year of annual leave entitlement (including bank and public holidays).
* Holiday purchase scheme to buy additional annual leave days.
* Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous 19.2% employer contribution.
* Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days.
* Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress.
* Free Barnsley College courses to support your professional and personal development (subject to approval).
* 24/7 access to same‑day appointments with a GP.
* Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of YouatWork.
* Health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield.
* Discounted college gym membership with onsite facilities.
* Free counselling services and the Foundations App for mental health support.
* Discounts for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work.
* Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines.
* Discounted hair and beauty therapies at the onsite salon.
* On‑site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options.
* Free breakfast provided daily for all staff members.
The Barnsley College Advantage
When you join us, you can expect to benefit from The Barnsley College Advantage. This includes support 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 a variety of work experience opportunities, working in a value and behaviour‑led organisation, reward and recognition, having your voice heard at every level and comprehensive wellbeing support.
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