Your new company A respected higher education institution dedicated to delivering exceptional teaching and research. With a strong emphasis on student success and community engagement, the organisation fosters a supportive and collaborative working environment, encouraging innovation and professional growth. Your new role As a Management Accountant, you will play a key role in providing accurate and timely financial information to support strategic decision-making. You will be responsible for preparing monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts, delivering variance analysis, and advising budget holders across the Organisation. The role also involves maintaining balance sheet reconciliations, supporting external audits, and ensuring compliance with VAT and financial regulations. What you'll need to succeed Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or equivalent experience. Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience of managing accounts. Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems (e.g., Sage or ERP). Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong communication skills to influence and support non-finance stakeholders. Experience in higher education or public sector finance is desirable but not essential. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and benefits package. Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. A supportive and collaborative working environment within a respected educational institution. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk