Ready to Make an Impact in Finance?
Do you have a passion for numbers, detail, and helping organisations thrive through strong financial management?
Oaklands College is looking for a Management Accountant to join our Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a central role in ensuring financial transparency, accuracy, and compliance — helping us deliver outstanding education while maintaining strong financial discipline.
As a key member of the Finance Department, you’ll support the Financial Controller and Deputy Finance Director in preparing management accounts, maintaining financial systems, and providing insightful reporting that shapes decision-making across the College and its subsidiaries.
Why Join Oaklands?
For over 100 years, Oaklands College has been transforming lives through education. We’re proud to provide a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where staff and students alike can thrive.
By joining our Finance team, you’ll be part of a professional and supportive environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the College’s success, stability, and future growth.
Your Day-to-Day Impact
No two days will be the same — but you can expect to:
* Prepare monthly management accounts for the College, subsidiaries, and joint ventures.
* Reconcile key control accounts, credit card accounts, and balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
* Maintain and update the Fixed Asset register, including monthly depreciation.
* Prepare quarterly VAT returns and other statutory tax submissions within deadlines.
* Support budget holders with financial guidance, helping them understand and manage their budgets effectively.
* Contribute to financial reports and analysis that inform decision-making at senior level.
* Support the bursary payment process and oversee supplier and staff setup on the finance system.
* Provide advice and cover for Finance Assistants, supporting teamwork and continuity during peak periods.
* Deputise for the Financial Controller when required.
Is This You?
We’re looking for someone who is analytical, detail-focused, and passionate about using their financial expertise to make a difference.
You’ll bring:
* A recognised professional accountancy qualification.
* At least 2 years’ relevant post-qualification experience.
* Strong knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain financial matters clearly.
* A proactive, solutions-focused mindset, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
And personally, you’re:
* Organised, accurate, and detail-driven.
* Calm under pressure with a problem-solving approach.
* Confident working with people at all levels across the organisation.
* Committed to continuous professional development and living the College’s values.
Why Oaklands?
At Oaklands, we know our staff are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer:
* Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Generous annual leave allowance.
* Excellent CPD and funded training opportunities.
* Free Microsoft Office for personal devices.
* Free on-site gym and wellbeing support services.
* Cycle to Work scheme & discounted travel.
* Long Service Awards & annual staff celebration events.
* A supportive, forward-thinking environment where your contributions make a real difference.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to take your career to the next level — and want to be part of a team that supports learners, staff, and the wider community through strong financial stewardship — we’d love to hear from you.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so don’t wait too long to apply!
Oaklands College is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.