Assistant Accountant

Macclesfield College is a leading provider of Further Education and Higher Education in the North West of England. Macclesfield College is part of a modern, inspiring campus providing education to learners of all ages and abilities. Based in East Cheshire, the College offers free secure campus parking and excellent transport links. Recognised as a 'Good' College at its November 2017 Ofsted inspection. Our mission is simple- "Empowerment through learning". Macclesfield College has just been confirmed as the overall best- performing FE institution within the key Cheshire and Warrington sub-region, according to the latest statistics published in the National Achievement Rate Tables. Furthermore, on 5th April 2019, Macclesfield College was proud to be awarded winners of the 'Business and Education' category of the East Cheshire Chamber of Commerce Awards. The Role: Are you looking for a new rewarding career in a fast paced and professional Further Education environment? Macclesfield College is seeking an enthusiastic and efficient Assistant Accountant to support the Finance Manager in the delivery of all financial and management accounting requirements, working with departments across the College to ensure accurate reporting of information. The successful candidate will also support in delivering a high-quality service in developing the awareness and practical application of financial procedures and to be an advocate of sharing good practice by providing advice and support to managers and staff. An effective communicator, with the ability to develop and facilitate positive working relationships with both staff and learners. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent organisation skills and will have the ability to work flexibly and adapt to business and learner needs accordingly, working under minimal supervision. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a good standard of education with a good level of literacy and numeracy at Level 2 or equivalent in Maths and English. The successful candidate will also possess an AAT Technician qualification or a willingness to work towards the qualification in a timely manner. For further information about this role and the skills, experience and qualities required, please view the job description and person specification attached to this advert. Applications should be submitted by on 15 th October 2020 . The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and satisfactory references. The College is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly from members of ethnic minority groups. For more information and to apply for this post please visit: For any further details contact Human Resources - Macclesfield College Tel: Email: We look forward to receiving your application.