A Multi-Academy Trust in the East Midlands is seeking a Senior Management Accountant with experience of working in schools / educational trusts. This is full-time, hybrid working role, based at the central offices with travel to schools across the Trust.The RoleAs the Senior Management Accountant you will play a key role in delivering high-quality financial planning, reporting, and business partnering support across the Trust as well as managing a small team of Management Accountants.Key responsibilities include:Leading Trust-wide financial planning, budgeting, and forecastingProducing accurate monthly consolidated management accounts, variance analysis, and financial reportsDelivering clear, narrative-driven insights to senior leaders, governors, and committeesProviding scenario modelling and cost-efficiency analysis to inform strategic decisionsActing as a trusted finance advisor to headteachers and school leadership teamsEmbedding consistent financial processes, controls, and systems across the TrustTranslating complex financial information into clear, practical advice for non-finance colleaguesTeam management and developmentAbout YouBe a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)Have relevant experience in financial management, planning, and reporting within educationSkilled in the preparation and monitoring of budgets, forecasts, and management accountsPossess strong analytical skills, with the ability to provide meaningful variance analysis and recommendationsWhy join?Th