Management Accountant

Location : Sheffield

Working Mode : Hybrid (once a fortnight)

Contract : 3 months; with the possibility to extend

Working Hours : Monday - Friday 9AM - 5PM

About The National College (TNC)

At TNC, we empower customer workforce’s to transform children’s lives. Our all-in-one platform helps schools, trusts, and nurseries stay compliant, raise standards, and reduce staff workload — all through intuitive, powerful software.

If educators need it, we build it.

We’ve created a unique platform combining the world’s largest CPD and policy library with custom-built tools — developed in collaboration with thousands of schools and over 1,000 education experts.

The Role

We’re looking for an Management Accountant who is not only technically skilled but also a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment. This is a pivotal role within our finance team — perfect for someone who enjoys taking ownership, spotting opportunities for improvement, and driving change.

You’ll handle core month-end and reporting processes, but you’ll also play a hands-on role in shaping financial decision-making, implementing smarter ways of working, and helping us build a more digitally focused finance function.

Job Responsibilities

• Taking ownership of month-end procedures
• Delivering variance analysis with insightful commentary
• Managing purchase and sales ledgers
• Handling bank and account reconciliations
• Overseeing the central contracts store
• Preparing VAT returns and liaising with HMRC
• Supporting audits as needed
• Leading cash flow forecasting and monitoring

Job Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience within finance (required)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong IT skills (Excel essential; Financial Force desirable)
• A reactive, proactive mindset — able to take initiative and adapt quickly
• Comfortable working under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Able to build strong working relationships with staff at all levels
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication, analytical, and reporting skills

Qualifications

• Recognised professional accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)

Job Benefits

At TNC, we’re passionate about helping organisations grow and thrive through knowledge and connection. You’ll be part of a company that values people, encourages personal development, and celebrates success. You’ll work with people who value collaboration, innovation, and high standards.

You'll also be able to benefit from:

• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental and Adoption Pay
• 24/7 Online GP
• Mental Health & Wellbeing support
• Charity Day
• 25 Days holiday, rising to 30 days with service
• Professional Study Support
• Plus more