Job Opportunity: Accounts Manager
Location: Malvern, Worcestershire
Salary: £30,000 – £33,000 (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you a detail-driven finance professional ready to lead a dynamic team in a thriving educational environment? We’re looking for an experienced Accounts Manager to oversee our college’s financial operations and support our mission of delivering excellence in education.
What You’ll Be Doing
As our Accounts Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in managing the day-to-day financial activities of the college. Your responsibilities will include:
Leading the finance department and managing a team of 3 staff
Preparing 13 sets of year-end accounts to trial balance
Overseeing payroll for up to 80 staff (salaried, hourly, daily, weekly)
Managing pensions, PAYE submissions, and employment allowance claims
Handling self-assessment records and liaising with external accountants
Maintaining and updating loan and mortgage schedules (55 mortgages across 21 bank accounts)
Managing assets and liabilities schedules
Conducting sales and purchase ledger checks
Uploading bank statements to Xero and reconciling credit cards
Executing payment runs and maintaining DD/SO schedules
Submitting VAT returns and payroll journals
Supporting staff with pension/tax queries and managing BrightPay
Coordinating staff holidays and liaising with line managers
Filing and ad hoc administrative duties
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in financial management, preferably within education or a similar sector
Strong knowledge of payroll, pensions, and HMRC processes
Proficiency in Xero and BrightPay (or similar accounting software)
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Ability to train, support, and lead a small team
A proactive, problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking college community
Enjoy a varied role with real impact across departments
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for professional development