An established multi-site education organisation is seeking a Management Accountant to lead high-quality management accounting and consolidated reporting across a group of schools, working closely with the Chief Finance Officer (CFO). The post will strengthen financial insight, improve budget monitoring and variance analysis, and support effective treasury and compliance activity.

Key responsibilities

1) Management accounting & consolidated reporting

Lead the monthly production of consolidated management accounts and reporting packs for senior leadership and governance. Deliver clear commentary on Income & Expenditure performance, including investigation and explanation of key variances. Partner with school/business teams to resolve queries and ensure local ownership of budget performance. Produce and maintain regular cashflow forecasts to support liquidity planning and financial decision-making.

2) Treasury & cash management

Oversee day-to-day treasury activity, including monitoring bank balances across multiple accounts. Identify surplus cash and support the placement of funds into approved short-term investments to maximise interest while protecting liquidity. Maintain appropriate controls and visibility over cash movements and balances.

3) Financial control & month-end

Take ownership of month-end...