Central Bedfordshire College · 1 week ago
Management Accountant - INTERNAL ONLY
Bedford, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
£41K/yr - £48K/yrCentral Bedfordshire College is seeking a Management Accountant to join their Finance department. The role involves providing financial insights, delivering management accounting services, supporting budgeting and year-end processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and contributing to strategic development.
Education Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide Financial Insights – Analyse management data to support Campus Principals and Directors in making informed decisions for curriculum services
Deliver Management Accounting Services – Prepare accurate reports for monthly reviews, senior leadership meetings, and business development initiatives
Support Budgeting & Year-End Processes – Assist with annual budget setting, forecasting, and financial year-end accounts using statistical analysis and trends
Ensure Accuracy & Compliance – Monitor variances, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and communicate financial regulations effectively
Contribute to Strategic Development – Participate in financial strategy implementation, staff training, and assigned projects while upholding safeguarding, EDI, and health & safety standards
Qualification
Required
Part-qualified CIMA (or equivalent) with GCSE English and Maths
Strong understanding of financial regulations and ethical practices
Skilled in Excel for complex data analysis, variance monitoring, and summarising detailed financial information
Proven ability to support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes
Experience engaging with budget holders and influencing decisions
Works accurately under pressure, meets tight deadlines, and communicates effectively with financial and non-financial stakeholders
Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, commitment to safeguarding and compliance, and willingness to travel and adapt working hours
Right to Work in the UK
Benefits
27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays
People’s pension
Retail and Leisure Discounts
Excellent professional and personal development opportunities
Accessing college courses
Company
Central Bedfordshire College
Central Bedfordshire College is a general Further Education College based in Dunstable in Central Bedfordshire.
Founded in 1961
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase