Management Accountant/Finance Business Partner

Management Accountant/Finance Business Partner

Close date - 12/07/2026

£37,913 to £41,420 gross per annum

37 hrs pw

Interview Date: Tuesday 21 July 2026

The Role 

Working to tight deadlines you will act as a professional customer focused business partner to allocated heads of department.  You will produce accurate accounts and provide meaningful and insightful variance analysis working closely with stakeholders to support decision making and look for areas of improvement.  You will have an active role in supporting your areas during the business planning process and provide training where needed.  You will also be responsible for promoting financial procedures and regulations across college.

What are we looking for? 

You should be CCAB qualified accountant or in final stages of studies and hold NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths. You must have experience of working in a similar role, producing and analysing monthly management accounts and reports. You should have excellent computer literacy (in particular Excel) and familiarity with recognised accounting packages (Preferably OpenAccounts). Experience/working knowledge of month and year end processes is also essential. You will have the ability to analyse, investigate and summarise data and be skilled in simplifying complex financial information and presenting it in a clear, accessible way to non-finance managers.

What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice? 

You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:

Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support 
Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
Family-friendly policies
Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals
Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed