Assistant Management Accountant

Overview

Truro and Penwith College are seeking a proactive and detail-focused Assistant Management Accountant to join our Finance Team. Reporting to the Head of Finance and supporting the Management Accountant, you will play an important role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting the effective financial management of the College. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in management accounting within a supportive and professional environment.

• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, including journal entries for accruals, prepayments and recharges.
• Maintain the College’s Fixed Asset Register, ensuring additions, disposals and depreciation are recorded accurately.
• Carry out balance sheet reconciliations and assist with budget monitoring and reporting.
• Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules to assist with month-end processes.
• Process ad-hoc and BACS payments and assist with financial transactions as required.
• Respond to queries from staff, students and external stakeholders.
• Support the continuous improvement of finance processes and systems.

• Experience of working in a finance or accounting environment.
• Excellent Excel and IT skills, including strong spreadsheet capability.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills with high levels of accuracy.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• The ability to manage competing deadlines and priorities.
• A Level 3 qualification (or above) in Accounting or a related subject would be advantageous.

• Generous benefits package including up to 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays and College closure days.
• Local Government Pension Scheme, free on-site parking, and a range of staff benefits and discounts.

• Curriculum Vitae are not accepted;
  Application Forms only.
• We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. Interviews may be held on a rolling basis.

CLOSING DATE: 23rd March 2026