Overview
Role Overview
SAAF Education is offering an exciting 12-month trainee programme designed to train and develop a future Management Accountant. You'll follow a structured monthly development plan, gaining skills and responsibilities in core financial processes. By the end of the programme, you will be qualified to work independently as a Management Accountant within the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Follow a month-by-month training plan covering key finance areas such as:
* Bank reconciliations
* Budget setting and monitoring
* Monthly management accounts preparation
* Payroll analysis
* VAT returns
* Year-end processes and audit preparation
* Work alongside experienced team members to assist in client delivery
* Prepare financial documents and reports with attention to accuracy and deadlines
* Gain proficiency in accounting software and tools used by the team
* Progressively take on more complex tasks as your training advances
* Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement
Once training has been completed, you will then be in a position to support schools and academies with financial reporting and decision-making, and build client relationships and attend on-site or virtual meetings.
Qualifications and Experience
* Part-qualified AAT or similar accounting body, or graduate in finance/accounting-related field
* GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English at a minimum grade 5 or above
* Strong analytical and numerical skills
* Excel skills are welcomed but not essential as training will be provided
* Excellent attention to detail
* Clear communicator, both written and verbal
* Strong organisational skills and time management
* Eagerness to learn and adapt
Person Specification
* Able to work well in a team and independently
* Remain calm under pressure and have the ability to handle challenging or sensitive issues
* Confident Strong team player
* Self-motivated Proactive Eager to learn, grow, and take ownership of your development
* Passionate about a long-term career in finance
* Organised, driven, and ready to contribute to a growing team
Benefits
* Between £23k-26k pa, depending on experience
* Hybrid working arrangements
* Flexi-time
* 24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 based on length of service
* Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
* Professional development opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme - providing mental health & wellbeing support
* Discretionary bonus
* Company pension
* Flexitime
* On-site parking
* Work from home
Job Details
Job Types: Full-time, Graduate
Pay: £23,000.00-£26,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nottingham NG4 2HF
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