Company Accountant (Education)

Location: London, United Kingdom; at least 3 days per week must be worked from the headquarters, including Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.

Company

hirify.global operates multiple education campuses and programmes through RTC Education Limited.

What you will do

• Prepare monthly management accounts, consolidated reporting, profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports across multiple entities, centres, and programmes.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany accounts, accounting records, and revenue postings.
• Reconcile large data sets, investigate funding discrepancies, and manage clawback risks.
• Support budgeting, cash management, income forecasting, year-end statutory accounts, and financial audits.
• Maintain financial evidence and audit trails for OfS inspections, ESFA audits, learner funding, and delivery costs.
• Implement internal controls and identify financial risks across multiple campuses while working with finance, MIS, and operations teams.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualified or part-qualified.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and HMRC regulations.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
• 3–5+ years of experience in finance or accounting, including audits, compliance, and reporting.
• Ability to work from the London headquarters at least 3 days per week, with Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday required.

Nice to have

• Experience in education, training providers, or government-funded programmes.
• Exposure to OfS education environments.
• Experience in multi-site or group organisations.

Culture & Benefits

• Work across finance, MIS, and operations teams in a compliance-focused education environment.
• Support the sustainable growth of multiple campuses and programmes.
• Pre-employment checks include a criminal records check, two references, ID and Right to Work verification, and education confirmation.
• Equal opportunity employer focused on skills, qualifications, and relevant experience.