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Role: Interim Management Accountant Location: Greater Manchester Type: Full time temporary Rate of pay £30 - £37 per... Read more

Role: Interim Management Accountant Location: Greater Manchester Type: Full time temporary Rate of pay £30 - £37 per hour Eden Brown are seeking an experienced Interim Management Accountant to join a dynamic Further Education College on a full time interim basis. This is a key role in the finance team, providing critical support to senior leadership with timely, accurate financial analysis and management reporting. Key Responsibilities: * Ensure compliance with ESFA funding requirements and other regulatory bodies * To be responsible for producing highly accurate College Management Accounts including completion of all balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis. Ensuring all control accounts are reconciled and routine balance sheet reconciliations are carried out. Retaining control and accuracy of the Colleges Assets and Liabilities. Liaising with the Head of Finance for board reports and key risk and opportunities. * To prepare, analyse and distribute meaningful monthly budget holder statements, load budgets and re-forecasts into the system and report back to the Head of Finance any known risks or overspends. * To meet a portfolio of budget holders periodically to review and provide financial support and training. To provide support or arrange financial training to Colleagues as necessary. * To support the Payroll Officer with the monthly Payroll and Pensions processes and provide cover as appropriate. * To assist with and take ownership of aspects of the annual budget setting and financial planning process as directed by the Head of Finance. * Work collaboratively with internal teams to improve financial processes and reporting The Ideal Candidate Will Have: * Proven experience in a similar role within the education sector (FE/HE preferred) * A recognised accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) * Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting * A proactive approach with excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Availability to start at short notice A DBS is also needed for this role. If you do not have a current DBS Check Eden Brown can apply for one on your behalf. If this is of interest please apply now to avoid disappointmentEden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free. Read less

Finance Business Partner Eden Brown Synergy is delighted to collaborate with a public sector organisation who are looking... Read more

Finance Business Partner Eden Brown Synergy is delighted to collaborate with a public sector organisation who are looking for an experienced Finance Business Partner to deliver high-quality financial advice, strategic insight, and operational support across key service areas. This is a hybrid, permanent role, offering the chance to contribute to complex and meaningful financial work in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities: * Act as a strategic partner, providing financial advice to senior stakeholders, directors, and service leads. * Lead on budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and closing the accounts. * Support the Head of Finance and Finance Managers in delivering professional, adaptable finance support. * Conduct financial analysis, business case development, and option appraisals. * Guide procurement processes and evaluate financial aspects of tenders. * Present complex financial information clearly to a range of audiences, including departmental and project boards. * Identify and support efficiencies, innovation, and improvements in financial support. Essential Skills and Experience: * CCAB/CIMA qualified, part-qualified, or with significant equivalent experience. * Strong knowledge of local government finance and experience in managing large budgets. * Excellent analytical, numerical, and communication skills, with the ability to present complex data to non-finance stakeholders. * Proficiency in Excel and experience with integrated financial systems. * Skilled in financial planning, case management, and stakeholder engagement. * Experience advising senior leadership, supporting service change, and improving value for money outcomes. Desirable: * Experience in developing business cases and assessing new initiatives or funding streams. * Familiarity with financial oversight in public procurement or capital projects. If the role feels of potential interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV for immediate consideration. Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free. Read less

I am working with an education provider who are looking for an experienced Management Accountant to start work... Read more

I am working with an education provider who are looking for an experienced Management Accountant to start work ASAP. The role is full time, on site in Ashton-under-Lyne (free parking) and will run for 6-8 weeks initially. The role is paying £23.36 PAYE p/h + holiday pay of £3.40 p/h (£26.76 in total) or £30.77 via an umbrella company. The role: Ensure that all assets and liabilities of the organisation are accounted for on an accurate and timely basis and all statutory and monthly reporting is carried out to deadlines set.Provide timely and accurate information for the senior leadership team as and when requested.To work with the Head of Finance to maintain, develop and improve financial accounting and financial management systems and information.Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasting and internal budget management.Support the year end processes and auditLead on the financial support for Externally funded projectsLine Manage and develop Financial Colleague(s) and support the Payroll and Pensions process.Key responsibilitiesTo be responsible for producing highly accurate Management Accounts including completion of all balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis. Ensuring all control accounts are reconciled and routine balance sheet reconciliations are carried out. Retaining control and accuracy of the organisation's Assets and Liabilities. Liaising with the Head of Finance for board reports and key risk and opportunities.To prepare, analyse and distribute meaningful monthly budget holder statements, load budgets and reforecasts into the system and report back to the Head of Finance any known risks or overspends.To meet a portfolio of budget holders periodically to review and provide financial support and training. To provide support or arrange financial training to Colleagues as necessary.To support the Payroll Officer with the monthly Payroll and Pensions processes and provide cover as appropriate.Essential qualifications, skills & knowledgeLiteracy and Numeracy to at least Level 2AAT qualifiedWorking towards professional accountancy qualification or QBEKnowledge of Education fundingUnderstanding of general key financial regulations and proceduresKnowledge of financial accounting and budgeting principlesHave detailed knowledge and understanding of a variety of computerised management information systems.As the organisation is looking for someone to hit the ground running we need applications to come from people who are experienced Management Accountants with Education sector experience. (Schools/Colleges/Universities) Please only apply of you have all the essential qualifications, skills & knowledge as mentioned above and are available to start on no more than 1 week's notice. Thank you Charlotte Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free. Read less