A Multi-Academy Trust in the East Midlands is seeking a Senior Management Accountant / Finance Business Partner, ideally with experience of working in schools / educational trusts or similar multi-site public sector environments. This is a full-time, hybrid working role, based at the central offices with travel to schools across the Trust. The Role As the Senior Management Accountant / Finance Business Partner you will play a key role in delivering high-quality financial planning, reporting, and business partnering support across the Trust. Key responsibilities include: Leading Trust-wide financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting Producing accurate monthly consolidated management accounts, variance analysis, and financial reports Delivering clear, narrative-driven insights to senior leaders, governors, and committees Providing scenario modelling and cost-efficiency analysis to inform strategic decisions Acting as a trusted finance business partner to headteachers and school leadership teams Embedding consistent financial processes, controls, and systems across the Trust Translating complex financial information into clear, practical advice for non-finance colleagues Team management and development About You Be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) Have relevant experience in business partnering, financial management, planning, and reporting Skilled in the preparation and monitoring of budgets, forecasts, and management accounts Possess strong analytical skills, with the ability to provide meaningful variance analysis and recommendations Why join? These roles offer a genuine opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a values-driven organisation committed to financial sustainability, accountability, and excellence in education. The benefits also include a Local Government Pension Scheme and hybrid working. HB Partners Limited is committed to safeguarding children. This post is subject to enhanced DBS check and pre-employment safeguarding checks. HB Partners Limited is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. By applying to this role, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Policy and that we may contact you to provide you with services related to your job search. Our Privacy Policy can be viewed on our website.