Job Description

Epsom College seeks to appoint a qualified and experienced Management Accountant to support the Director of Finance in delivering a robust financial service across the College, its three subsidiaries, an associated charity, the Royal Medical Foundation and the parent organisation, the Royal Medical Foundation of Epsom College.

This pivotal role will lead on management accounting and reporting and support the Director of Finance with financial analysis and will play a key part in ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and strategic value of financial operations.

The post holder will work closely with other members of the finance department as well as internal stakeholders (heads of departments and/or other budget holders) to provide insightful financial information on the activities of the College and its commercial operations. The role will also work with external auditors and advisors to deliver a smooth and efficient audit.

Others in the Finance Team include Accounts Assistants for Fees and Purchase ledgers and credit cards, a Payroll Manager and a Payroll Assistant. Responsibilities for fees, credit control, accounts payable and other transactional matters are divided as appropriate.

The post holder will need to be a part or fully qualified accountant who has an excellent knowledge of accounts preparation and financial software packages and systems. They should be proactive, well organised, and be able to build and maintain effective working relationships with both financial and non-financial staff at all levels.

Role and Responsibilities

Management Accounting & Reporting

Prepare termly and monthly management accounts for Epsom College and its subsidiaries including variance analysis and commentary and assisting with the preparation of Board papers.

Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using PowerBI to enhance financial insight and decision-making.

Prepare and review monthly and yearly balance sheet reconciliations including bank reconciliations for all entities.

Support the preparation of quarterly accounts for the Royal Medical Foundation.

Raise invoices for the commercial operations of the subsidiary companies and liaise with the Assistant Events Manager.

Work with Director of Finance on budgeting and forecasting processes, supporting budget holders across departments and organisations in the group.

Statutory accounts, returns and audit

Support the preparation of statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors during the audit process.

Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations for all entities.

Assist the Director of Finance in providing information to external auditors and advisors and internal stakeholders and take full ownership for the preparation of the audit files for the subsidiary companies.

Prepare statutory returns for the subsidiary companies.

Prepare VAT returns the subsidiary companies.

Financial Operations

Oversee general ledger activities including journal postings, reconciliations, and month-end processes.

Support Accounts Assistant - Sales Ledger with the preparation of fee invoices each term, specifically to provide support with technical accounting queries in relation to how to process certain more complex entries and to review fee invoices to prior to distribution to parents.

Maintain fixed asset registers and support capital project accounting.

Ensure compliance with VAT regulations and assist Director of Finance with quarterly submissions.

Generally support the Finance Department as and when reasonably requested by the Director of Finance or Chief Operating Officer.

Systems & Process Improvement

Act as a key user of financial systems, support upgrades and process improvements.

Contribute to the development of financial policies and procedures.

Champion the use of PowerBI and other analytical tools to drive data-led decision-making.

Team Collaboration & Leadership

Work closely with the Director of Finance and wider finance team to ensure smooth departmental operations.

Provide support and guidance to junior finance staff as required.

Deputise for the Director of Finance when necessary.

Person Specification

Essential

ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification.

Proven experience in management accounting and financial reporting.

Excellent Excel and financial systems skills.

High attention to detail and analytical capability.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Working knowledge of PowerBI and data visualisation tools.

Desirable

Experience in the independent education sector.

Familiarity with charity accounting and SORP.

Experience with Sage200, Sage50 or similar systems.

Terms and Conditions

Salary:

45,000 - 55,000 dependent on experience and qualifications

Hours:

Full-time (40 hours per week - 8.30 am to 4.30pm with half an hour (paid) for lunch, all year round)

Holidays:

Entitlement will be 28 days per annum, inclusive of bank holidays. This entitlement rises by one day per year up to a maximum of 33 days per annum inclusive of bank holidays.

Pension:

The College operates the Epsom College Automatic Enrolment Scheme. The Scheme is administered by The Pensions Trust and eligibility is based on statutory criteria. If eligible, the Employee will be required to contribute a minimum of 5% of basic salary and the College will contribute 4% in compliance with current legislation.

Benefits:

Private health care; School fee discount; Life Assurance; Meals and refreshments free of charge during working hours; Free use of fitness suite at certain times; Free car parking on site

Method of Application:

Candidates to complete an application form which can be downloaded via our website www.epsomcollege.org.uk. To comply with safeguarding procedures when working in a school, CVs will not be accepted. Applicants should refer to the Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure policy on the College website.

Applications will be assessed in order of receipt and interviews and appointment may occur at any stage after applications are received. Please apply as soon as possible.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact the HR team on hr.recruitment@epsomcollege.org.uk

Closing date for applications: 6 February 2026

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food On-site gym On-site parking
Work Location: In person