Management Accountant

The University of Chester is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join their professional Finance Department based on the Exton Park campus in Chester city centre. In this role, you will focus on the effective budget planning and budget holder support through business partnering.

This is a hands-on kitchen role where you’ll work closely with the Kitchen Co-ordinator and the wider catering team to prepare and serve a range of fresh dishes every day. Our catering service supports students, staff, and visitors, and prides itself on delivering consistently high standards – from day-to-day service to large-scale events.

Why join us?
At the University of Chester, we believe in balance. Our catering team enjoys:

• Sociable working hours – a refreshing change from the long, late shifts of the commercial sector

• Generous holiday allowance plus University closure days

• Pension scheme membership with excellent employer contributions

• A supportive, inclusive workplace that values teamwork and wellbeing

• Opportunities to develop your skills across a wide variety of catering services, including special diets and event catering

What you’ll be doing:

Provide financial business advice and support to both Academic Faculty and Professional Services departments.

Work with departments to set budgets, monitor actual performance and forecast future financial outcomes.

Work with departments to create and review staffing plans and to produce pay forecasts as part of the University strategic planning and forecasting

Work as part of the accounting team to complete month-end and year-end processes including reconciliations and adjustments

Produce regular monitoring information for inclusion in management account reports and statutory/regulatory submissions.

The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, proven accounting experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to providing outstanding service.

About you:

We’re looking for someone who brings energy, reliability and a strong customer‑focused attitude. You will have:

Essential:

CCAB or equivalent qualified accountant

Substantial and relevant experience in a similar role

Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to explain financial processes to non-financial staff

Desirable:

Experience of working in HE finance environment

Degree or equivalent

What we offer:

Generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme

A supportive and flexible working environment

Hybrid working, with three days a week based in our Finance office

Opportunities for training and professional development

Access to staff discounts and wellbeing services

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Please apply directly on Management Accountant – Jobs at University of Chester

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