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Management Accountant role with an educational group in Peterborough offering hybrid work. Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be partnering with an educational group who are strengthening their finance team in the search for a new Management Accountant who will assist with the schools' budgets and forecast preparation as well as support the wider finance. This role will be based in Peterborough and offer hybrid working. Your new role You will join the organisation as a Management Accountant (AAT qualified or part-qualified), taking a pivotal role in delivering timely, accurate financial information that empowers school leaders and senior managers to make confident, evidence-based decisions. You will work closely with Finance Business Partners, school business managers and the central finance team to maintain strong financial controls, support audits and ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulations. Your responsibilities will be to produce accurate monthly management accounts, including profit & loss, and balance sheet reporting, month-end processes such as accruals, prepayments and journals, and reconciliations. As an inquisitive finance professional, you will investigate budget variances and queries, produce clear financial analysis and actionable insight, recommend opportunities to maximise income and improve budget monitoring / expenditure across their mufti sites. Your financial reporting and insights will play a pivotal role in providing the schools with good quality financial information to empower them in decision-making. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will be AAT qualified or part-qualified (eg: ACCA, CIMA), with proven experience in management accounting and month-end close processes, ideally across multiple sites or cost centres. You will be highly proficient in Excel and be confident with accounting systems, (any experience of ACCESS Dimensions would be desirable, but not essential) and be able to prepare accruals, prepayments, journals, P&L and balance sheet reconciliations, as well as be skilled at analysing variances and translating financial data into clear, practical advice for non-specialists. You will demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, meticulous attention to detail, able to meet tight deadlines and have a collaborative, proactive mindset with a track record of suggesting process improvements to maximise income and strengthen budgetary control. What you'll get in return As explained, this role is based in Peterborough and after a qualifying period, you will be able to work 2 days in the office and 3 days from home with the occasional off-site meeting. The generous benefits package includes a salary of £33,000, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension scheme, life cover and other flexible benefits. Please note an enhanced DBS check will be requested for the successful candidate. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, and call Andy Jarman on If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

As an Interim Financial Controller, you will oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with industry standards in the Manufacturing sector. This role, based in Peterborough, requires a strong background in Accounting & Finance to support business objectives effectively. Client Details The employer is a well-established organisation within the Manufacturing industry, operating as part of a mid-sized enterprise. The company focuses on delivering high-quality products to its customers and maintaining robust financial practices to support sustainable growth. Description Manage and oversee the financial reporting process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations. Prepare and present financial statements and management accounts to stakeholders. Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes to support strategic decision-making. Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including VAT and corporate tax filings. Provide financial insights to support operational and strategic goals. Oversee cash flow management and working capital optimisation. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure robust financial controls are in place. Support audits and liaise with external auditors as required. Profile A successful Interim Financial Controller should have: A professional accountancy qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA. Proven experience in financial management within the Manufacturing/Consumer Goods sector. Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of UK accounting standards. Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. The ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Experience in managing a team and fostering collaboration Job Offer Exposure to a dynamic and fast-paced industry. Potential for career development and professional growth. Supportive working environment with collaborative teams. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity as an Interim Financial Controller in Peterborough, we encourage you to apply today!