Burnley College is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Management Accountant to work closely with the Head of Finance in delivering high-quality financial and management accounting across the College.

You will play a key role in supporting budget preparation and monitoring, producing monthly management accounts, developing costing models for budget holders, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and procedures. The role also includes liaison with internal and external auditors, overseeing reconciliations and accruals, monitoring grant income streams, and contributing to the continued development of financial systems, all while supporting a strong customer-focused approach within the Finance team.

The successful candidate will have a good general education (including GCSE Maths A–C or equivalent) and will possess or be working towards a recognised accounting qualification. You will have at least two years’ experience in a financial environment, with strong experience of budgeting, financial procedures and interpreting financial data.

The salary for this post is up to £43,090

Burnley College Sixth Form Centre provides first-class Further Education, University Education, Apprenticeship, business training and adult learning programmes, in the heart of Pennine Lancashire. Please also see our College Charter on the Burnley College below,

At Burnley College, we celebrate the diversity of all our staff, students and visitors. We provide a safe and supportive environment in which everyone is able to study and work to the best of their abilities and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all.

The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Employment at the College is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post involving regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check.

To apply for this post, please complete the application form using the link below. If you experience any problems when completing the application form, please e-mail [email protected]

https://careers.burnley.ac.uk/applynow/

The closing date for this post is 5.00pm, Monday 16 March 2026

The location for this role is on site delivery.

Please be aware that the College does not hold a Sponsorship Licence, and as such is unable to sponsor individuals for Skilled Worker Visas.

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Further information for this listing:

College Charter Recruitment of ex offenders Safer Recruitment Working Practices Policy Statement Recruitment and Selection Procedures Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy - September 2025 Job Description & Person Specification

Staff Benefits Booklet