Here at Sovereign Network Group we provide quality, affordable homes in happy, successful places. What we do makes a real difference to people's lives, and you'll share the satisfaction of doing something that really matters in a environment where your health and safety is important to ensure you and your colleagues stay safe and well, everywhere, every day. We are now the 6th largest housing association by size - with almost 3000 colleagues, over 85,000 homes and over 200,000 customers across London and the South. About the role: We are looking for a great communicator as this role will act as the landlord's authorised person and ensure that SNG is compliant with their landlord responsibilities and adhere to regulations and legislation. Able to provide robust management in all areas of fire related activities. Utilise technical expertise in passive and active fire measures as well as in depth practical knowledge of fire risk assessments and mitigating risks. Ensure high level contract management and resolve problems. Some of the Key Areas: Responsible to deliver the right outcome for our customers in a safe and timely way. Responsible for the fire safety compliance areas and be responsible for ensuring that SNG adheres to its regulatory and legislative obligations and that the organisation receives competent advice and guidance. Central point of contact for liaison with the Primary Fire Authority. Lead and be responsible for ensuring that the fire risk assessment programme is carried out on a risk-based basis in line with PAS9980/ PAS79/PAS792 requirements meets all regulatory and legislative requirements. Responsible for the REG38 sign off process, pre-occupation fire door assessments and fire risk assessments are undertaken in a competent, timely and accurate manner. Ensure that actions from fire risk assessments and recommended upgrades are progressed, remedied, and recorded as required. Identify any changes to regulatory requirements that impacts on SNG and its ability to effectively manage its assets. Ensure that the relevant changes and actions are identified and escalated to the Building Safety Compliance Fire Manager. Identify and escalate non-compliance fire activities to the Building Safety Compliance Fire Manager recommending appropriate solutions to recover the compliance position. Knowledge and Skills: Essential Level 4 qualification in Fire Safety. Demonstratable knowledge and experience of leading a team of fire subject matter experts within the Housing Sector. Membership of the IFE / IFSM or an equivalent membership body. Up-to-date knowledge of fire safety legislation and building regulations. Award in Practical Fire Risk Assessment such as IFE of CS Todd. Knowledge of methods to monitor the quality of data and identify issues (e.g. reconciliations). Ability to validate, impact assess and to escalate data issues as required. Experience in protecting and monitoring data against misuse and loss. Experience of working to deadlines and achieving targets through own work and work driven through teams.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Here at Sovereign Network Group we provide quality, affordable homes in happy, successful places. What we do makes a real difference to people's lives, and you'll share the satisfaction of doing something that really matters in a environment where your health and safety is important to ensure you and your colleagues stay safe and well, everywhere, every day. We are now the 6th largest housing association by size - with almost 3000 colleagues, over 85,000 homes and over 200,000 customers across London and the South. About the role: We are looking for a great communicator as this role will act as the landlord's authorised person and ensure that SNG is compliant with their landlord responsibilities and adhere to regulations and legislation. Able to provide robust management in all areas of fire related activities. Utilise technical expertise in passive and active fire measures as well as in depth practical knowledge of fire risk assessments and mitigating risks. Ensure high level contract management and resolve problems. Some of the Key Areas: Responsible to deliver the right outcome for our customers in a safe and timely way. Responsible for the fire safety compliance areas and be responsible for ensuring that SNG adheres to its regulatory and legislative obligations and that the organisation receives competent advice and guidance. Central point of contact for liaison with the Primary Fire Authority. Lead and be responsible for ensuring that the fire risk assessment programme is carried out on a risk-based basis in line with PAS9980/ PAS79/PAS792 requirements meets all regulatory and legislative requirements. Responsible for the REG38 sign off process, pre-occupation fire door assessments and fire risk assessments are undertaken in a competent, timely and accurate manner. Ensure that actions from fire risk assessments and recommended upgrades are progressed, remedied, and recorded as required. Identify any changes to regulatory requirements that impacts on SNG and its ability to effectively manage its assets. Ensure that the relevant changes and actions are identified and escalated to the Building Safety Compliance Fire Manager. Identify and escalate non-compliance fire activities to the Building Safety Compliance Fire Manager recommending appropriate solutions to recover the compliance position. Knowledge and Skills: Essential Level 4 qualification in Fire Safety. Demonstratable knowledge and experience of leading a team of fire subject matter experts within the Housing Sector. Membership of the IFE / IFSM or an equivalent membership body. Up-to-date knowledge of fire safety legislation and building regulations. Award in Practical Fire Risk Assessment such as IFE of CS Todd. Knowledge of methods to monitor the quality of data and identify issues (e.g. reconciliations). Ability to validate, impact assess and to escalate data issues as required. Experience in protecting and monitoring data against misuse and loss. Experience of working to deadlines and achieving targets through own work and work driven through teams.
An exciting opportunity has arisen with a leading housing association based in Fife. They are looking to appoint a confident and well presented Clerk Of Works/Project Manager to deliver Repairs planning, Voids management and Maintenance projects across their housing estate.Sitting within the Assets and Maintenance team, this role will have you overseeing a variety of upgrades, repairs and capital projects within their housing team in line with their '30 Year Plan'. This can range from upgrades programs such as roughcast and windows through to large scale, ground up new build homes.This is a permanent contract with a strong holiday offering and staff benefits. (40 Days holiday & up to 17% pension). Flexi and hybrid is working however this is mostly a site/office based role.This position will have you overseeing the daily operation of the association with a specific focus on the delivery of upgrades and repairs within the estate. You will be both customer and contractor facing in dealing with escalated issues and ensuring the business steers in line with strategic and operational goals.The successful candidate responsible for negating the challenges of social housing at various levels. Therefore a firm understanding of social housing and strong technical knowledgeable of housing is required. Strong IT skills are also required for this position due to the high level of reporting and compliance involved.Salary circa £40k + £3k Car allowanceIf you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please forward your CV to myself at and I will reach out. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen with a leading housing association based in Fife. They are looking to appoint a confident and well presented Clerk Of Works/Project Manager to deliver Repairs planning, Voids management and Maintenance projects across their housing estate.Sitting within the Assets and Maintenance team, this role will have you overseeing a variety of upgrades, repairs and capital projects within their housing team in line with their '30 Year Plan'. This can range from upgrades programs such as roughcast and windows through to large scale, ground up new build homes.This is a permanent contract with a strong holiday offering and staff benefits. (40 Days holiday & up to 17% pension). Flexi and hybrid is working however this is mostly a site/office based role.This position will have you overseeing the daily operation of the association with a specific focus on the delivery of upgrades and repairs within the estate. You will be both customer and contractor facing in dealing with escalated issues and ensuring the business steers in line with strategic and operational goals.The successful candidate responsible for negating the challenges of social housing at various levels. Therefore a firm understanding of social housing and strong technical knowledgeable of housing is required. Strong IT skills are also required for this position due to the high level of reporting and compliance involved.Salary circa £40k + £3k Car allowanceIf you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please forward your CV to myself at and I will reach out. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Financial Accountant - 12 month FTC Salary £46,710 Location Chelmsford Temporary, Full Time We are looking for a Financial Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations and support the Financial Controller in maintaining accurate financial records for Delta Housing. Deliver financial reporting to Delta Housing's Executive Management Team, the Board, and partners, and provide support with the year-end financial statements. Additionally, the role includes assistance with the audit processes and maintaining robust internal controls to safeguard Delta Housing financial assets. What you'll be doing Lead and deliver the group financial reporting to Delta Housing's Executive Management Team, the Board, partners, and the Regulator of Social Housing. Prepare and analyse the partnerships accounts and co-ordinate with the senior finance team to ensure the financial packages are prepared to deadlines. Manage the submission of the Quarterly Financial and Risk Surveys to the Regulator of Social Housing. Prepare monthly reconciliations of balances within Delta Housing's balance sheet. Support the financial controller in the preparation of the financial statements and managing of the external audit process. What we are looking for Professional accountant, part-qualified or qualified CCAB, or Association of Accounting Technicians. At least four years of experience in a general finance function. Experience of preparing and interpreting reports, accounts, budgets, and financial statements. Experience of collating complex financial information to support and influence decision making. Experience in partnering and collaborating within senior members of staff and managers. Please note the office expectancy of this role is as follows: This role will require in the office full time initially for a period of training before operating a hybrid working structure that is to be agreed with yourself and your line manager to see what works best for you and the team. Benefits The salary for this post will be £46,710 Per Annum. Learning and development opportunities Healthcare cash plan Robust employee reward and recognition programme Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme Volunteering programme Competitive pension scheme 25 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays, 3 extra days between Christmas and New Year and 1 wellbeing day per annum. 37 hours per week - employees may be able to work flexibly by agreement with their line manager, taking account of business need. We operate a hybrid working policy at Delta Housing Ltd. Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications or successfully appoint a candidate before the closing date. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment. The Company We're a local housing association that's passionate about tackling the housing shortage in the East of England. We provide warm, safe and affordable homes. But we don't stop there. We offer a wide range of support and services to help our customers and their communities to thrive. We want to be an organisation that cares about our customers and communities and is determined to make a difference. We'll be bold and open-minded in our pursuit of solutions to help people transform their lives.
Apr 26, 2026
Seasonal
Financial Accountant - 12 month FTC Salary £46,710 Location Chelmsford Temporary, Full Time We are looking for a Financial Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations and support the Financial Controller in maintaining accurate financial records for Delta Housing. Deliver financial reporting to Delta Housing's Executive Management Team, the Board, and partners, and provide support with the year-end financial statements. Additionally, the role includes assistance with the audit processes and maintaining robust internal controls to safeguard Delta Housing financial assets. What you'll be doing Lead and deliver the group financial reporting to Delta Housing's Executive Management Team, the Board, partners, and the Regulator of Social Housing. Prepare and analyse the partnerships accounts and co-ordinate with the senior finance team to ensure the financial packages are prepared to deadlines. Manage the submission of the Quarterly Financial and Risk Surveys to the Regulator of Social Housing. Prepare monthly reconciliations of balances within Delta Housing's balance sheet. Support the financial controller in the preparation of the financial statements and managing of the external audit process. What we are looking for Professional accountant, part-qualified or qualified CCAB, or Association of Accounting Technicians. At least four years of experience in a general finance function. Experience of preparing and interpreting reports, accounts, budgets, and financial statements. Experience of collating complex financial information to support and influence decision making. Experience in partnering and collaborating within senior members of staff and managers. Please note the office expectancy of this role is as follows: This role will require in the office full time initially for a period of training before operating a hybrid working structure that is to be agreed with yourself and your line manager to see what works best for you and the team. Benefits The salary for this post will be £46,710 Per Annum. Learning and development opportunities Healthcare cash plan Robust employee reward and recognition programme Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme Volunteering programme Competitive pension scheme 25 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays, 3 extra days between Christmas and New Year and 1 wellbeing day per annum. 37 hours per week - employees may be able to work flexibly by agreement with their line manager, taking account of business need. We operate a hybrid working policy at Delta Housing Ltd. Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications or successfully appoint a candidate before the closing date. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment. The Company We're a local housing association that's passionate about tackling the housing shortage in the East of England. We provide warm, safe and affordable homes. But we don't stop there. We offer a wide range of support and services to help our customers and their communities to thrive. We want to be an organisation that cares about our customers and communities and is determined to make a difference. We'll be bold and open-minded in our pursuit of solutions to help people transform their lives.
Job Title: Property Services Planner/Scheduler Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £34,282.13 Per Annum Working Hours: 35 Hours per week Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, Hybrid Location: Camden, London The difference you will make as a Property Services Planner/Scheduler As a Planner you will form part of a local repairs team which ensures that works orders are scheduled through the In-house appointments system, repairs works are allocated to trade operatives and all works are carried out with minimal average turnaround time. About you Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) in English & Maths. Experience of working in a pressurised environment and dealing with challenging situations. Good time management, planning & organisational skills. Good on computerised systems. Why Riverside? At Riverside, we're a housing association with a difference - enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we've been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives. We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us. Competitive pay & generous pension 28 days holidays plus bank holidays Flexible working options available Investment in your learning, personal development and technology A wide range of benefits Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues. Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview. Role Profile Support the scheduling of operative and sub-contract resource to ensure effective resource management, delivery of a customer focused repairs service and that performance targets are met / achieved. Ensure IT systems are operated effectively, operatives are using and updating their PDAs appropriately and schedule of rate codes are inputted correctly. Ensure repairs are monitored and updated on an ongoing basis in relation to job status, including jobs raised booked within target time, cancelled works orders, repairs without appointments, overdue jobs and all follow on jobs are actioned by the end of each day. Ensure the customer experience is central to all activities by adopting a professional manner when communicating with service users, clients, and both internal/external stakeholders This includes but is not limited to appearance, company ID, maintaining a high standard of Health & Safety requirements. A key person communicating between the resident and maintenance worker regarding ongoing work/s where required and liaison with colleagues to ensure accurate & timely information provided. Work with all team members including, administrators, operatives, supervisors and subcontractors to ensure an efficient and productive service is delivered to service users and client and to support the attainment and maintenance of high levels of satisfaction with performance delivery in accordance with agreed standard operating procedures. Follow and support policies, procedures, initiatives and work instructions at all times and keep all supplied company assets in a good condition in line with the company policies and report to your Manager where damages occur. Provide back up to all other planners, covering any absences and attend informal and formal company & client meetings and training sessions as required. The primary reporting line is to the works scheduler team leader; however, the job role will include a close working relationship with other Riverside Property Services staff. This role requires a person with the ability to communicate at all levels with other parts of the Riverside Group, residents, and Riverside Property Services staff. Assist with the delivery of day-to-day service so as to maximise contract performance against KPI's, minimise default notices and penalties and to ensure high levels of customer service so as to achieve contract value. Assist in the control the costs of such items as man hours, equipment, vehicles, stock and tools, thus minimising wastage, and avoidable expenditure. Gain appropriate sign off for expenditure and Identify cost effective service delivery options to reduce cost. The jobholder will liaise with the Riverside Group and its agents, Riverside Property Services staff, operatives, sub-contractors. May occasionally oversee work of an apprentice and work as part of a team or alone. Working with some vulnerable service users / groups. Managing expectations of client and service users. Effective management of operative diaries and resource. Correct priority target assigned to work. Person specification Essential Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) in English & Maths. Experience of working in a pressurised environment and dealing with challenging situations. Good time management, planning & organisational skills. Good on computerised systems. Good written, verbal, questioning & interpersonal skills. Strong customer experience ethos. Able to work alone or as part of team, demonstrates company values e.g. customer first. Desirable Team working Communication skills Organisational skills Decision making and problem solving. Negotiating skills People Management
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Property Services Planner/Scheduler Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £34,282.13 Per Annum Working Hours: 35 Hours per week Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, Hybrid Location: Camden, London The difference you will make as a Property Services Planner/Scheduler As a Planner you will form part of a local repairs team which ensures that works orders are scheduled through the In-house appointments system, repairs works are allocated to trade operatives and all works are carried out with minimal average turnaround time. About you Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) in English & Maths. Experience of working in a pressurised environment and dealing with challenging situations. Good time management, planning & organisational skills. Good on computerised systems. Why Riverside? At Riverside, we're a housing association with a difference - enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we've been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives. We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us. Competitive pay & generous pension 28 days holidays plus bank holidays Flexible working options available Investment in your learning, personal development and technology A wide range of benefits Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues. Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview. Role Profile Support the scheduling of operative and sub-contract resource to ensure effective resource management, delivery of a customer focused repairs service and that performance targets are met / achieved. Ensure IT systems are operated effectively, operatives are using and updating their PDAs appropriately and schedule of rate codes are inputted correctly. Ensure repairs are monitored and updated on an ongoing basis in relation to job status, including jobs raised booked within target time, cancelled works orders, repairs without appointments, overdue jobs and all follow on jobs are actioned by the end of each day. Ensure the customer experience is central to all activities by adopting a professional manner when communicating with service users, clients, and both internal/external stakeholders This includes but is not limited to appearance, company ID, maintaining a high standard of Health & Safety requirements. A key person communicating between the resident and maintenance worker regarding ongoing work/s where required and liaison with colleagues to ensure accurate & timely information provided. Work with all team members including, administrators, operatives, supervisors and subcontractors to ensure an efficient and productive service is delivered to service users and client and to support the attainment and maintenance of high levels of satisfaction with performance delivery in accordance with agreed standard operating procedures. Follow and support policies, procedures, initiatives and work instructions at all times and keep all supplied company assets in a good condition in line with the company policies and report to your Manager where damages occur. Provide back up to all other planners, covering any absences and attend informal and formal company & client meetings and training sessions as required. The primary reporting line is to the works scheduler team leader; however, the job role will include a close working relationship with other Riverside Property Services staff. This role requires a person with the ability to communicate at all levels with other parts of the Riverside Group, residents, and Riverside Property Services staff. Assist with the delivery of day-to-day service so as to maximise contract performance against KPI's, minimise default notices and penalties and to ensure high levels of customer service so as to achieve contract value. Assist in the control the costs of such items as man hours, equipment, vehicles, stock and tools, thus minimising wastage, and avoidable expenditure. Gain appropriate sign off for expenditure and Identify cost effective service delivery options to reduce cost. The jobholder will liaise with the Riverside Group and its agents, Riverside Property Services staff, operatives, sub-contractors. May occasionally oversee work of an apprentice and work as part of a team or alone. Working with some vulnerable service users / groups. Managing expectations of client and service users. Effective management of operative diaries and resource. Correct priority target assigned to work. Person specification Essential Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) in English & Maths. Experience of working in a pressurised environment and dealing with challenging situations. Good time management, planning & organisational skills. Good on computerised systems. Good written, verbal, questioning & interpersonal skills. Strong customer experience ethos. Able to work alone or as part of team, demonstrates company values e.g. customer first. Desirable Team working Communication skills Organisational skills Decision making and problem solving. Negotiating skills People Management
Finance Manager - Property & Assets Location: Hybrid home working / Didsbury / Manchester Salary: 49,934 increasing to 51,783 after 6 months Full Time / 35 hours per week / Permanent About Us Southway Housing Trust is a committed and forward-thinking community focused housing association dedicated to providing excellent homes and outstanding customer care. With a vision of Thriving Communities, Southway manages over 6,500 homes across Greater Manchester. Southway strives to reduce child poverty, loneliness and isolation and increase employment, social connectedness and pride in neighbourhoods. Our REACH values of Respect, Equity, Ambition, Compassion and Honesty reflect Southway's culture, how we deliver our services, and our relationships with customers, colleagues and partners. Southway values diversity in all aspects of its communities and operations. Candidates / Role An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Finance team for a Finance Manager - Property & Assets to lead Southway Group's financial monitoring of its property and assets programme. This will entail collaborative work with service managers whilst preparing and reporting KPIs to demonstrate performance and driving improvements through internal controls and processes. You will also have: - Advanced accounts and general ledger skills. - Excellent verbal communication skills, able to explain financial information to residents and manage relations with internal customers effectively - Strong excel skills, with a knowledge of a range of functions and their application. Your main responsibilities would include: 1. Lead the development of effective reporting tools and financial data reports for the Property Services and Assets Teams to support the provision of good quality information for decision making, including concise written reports for the Executive and others. 2. Regular reporting of key performance indicators to show performance against targets (operational and financial), trends and any risk to Southway including non-compliance, reduced income/spend levels, loss of grant, ensuring escalation where necessary to develop remedial actions. 3. Contrast the results of stock condition surveys to Business Plan assumptions. Prepare and monitor long term budgets based on data from various sources including programme schedules, survey results and data from housing management system. This should outline any slippage, savings, acceleration and overspends, with corresponding impacts on current and future year budgets. 4. Support preparation of programme returns and grant claims to external partners (identifying works, administration and staffing elements), ensuring all data and explanations are evidenced with colleagues before submission. 5. Prepare fixed asset register and general ledger entries using data from the stock investment programme to ensure the accountancy for the capital works costs and related grant are correctly identified for individual properties and components. 6. Prepare budgets for Property Services including analysis of different workstreams (and agree recharges between DLO and the client) to ensure value for money is achieved via operational delivery. 7. Ensure the Finance Apprentice (Property & Assets) liaises productively with budget holders to analyse results and consider actions to deliver effective budgetary control. 8. Identify and drive improvements in processes and procedures which impact the financial performance of the repairs and maintenance service. 9. Assist budget holders to operate an effective system of electronic purchase order and invoice authorisation routines, resolving individual users' difficulties. Support budget holders to enable them to navigate through the financial processes, including the NOPO report, to improve data integrity and accurately record costs and grant income to be accrued. 10. Provide information to Finance Operations team supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts, annual statutory accounts and other reports as required (e.g. Funders Report) outlining performance and explanations on variances. Closing Date: Monday 13 October 2025 Interview Date: w/c Monday 20 October 2025 For an informal discussion about this role please contact Bhups Gohil, Assistant Director of Finance . We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from suitably skilled people from all sectors of the community. All applicants who have a disability or are ex armed forces that meet the minimum essential criteria for the post will be invited to interview. If you have a disability or are ex armed forces, please tell us about this on your application form and please let us know about any special arrangements you would like us to make if you are invited in for an interview.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Finance Manager - Property & Assets Location: Hybrid home working / Didsbury / Manchester Salary: 49,934 increasing to 51,783 after 6 months Full Time / 35 hours per week / Permanent About Us Southway Housing Trust is a committed and forward-thinking community focused housing association dedicated to providing excellent homes and outstanding customer care. With a vision of Thriving Communities, Southway manages over 6,500 homes across Greater Manchester. Southway strives to reduce child poverty, loneliness and isolation and increase employment, social connectedness and pride in neighbourhoods. Our REACH values of Respect, Equity, Ambition, Compassion and Honesty reflect Southway's culture, how we deliver our services, and our relationships with customers, colleagues and partners. Southway values diversity in all aspects of its communities and operations. Candidates / Role An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Finance team for a Finance Manager - Property & Assets to lead Southway Group's financial monitoring of its property and assets programme. This will entail collaborative work with service managers whilst preparing and reporting KPIs to demonstrate performance and driving improvements through internal controls and processes. You will also have: - Advanced accounts and general ledger skills. - Excellent verbal communication skills, able to explain financial information to residents and manage relations with internal customers effectively - Strong excel skills, with a knowledge of a range of functions and their application. Your main responsibilities would include: 1. Lead the development of effective reporting tools and financial data reports for the Property Services and Assets Teams to support the provision of good quality information for decision making, including concise written reports for the Executive and others. 2. Regular reporting of key performance indicators to show performance against targets (operational and financial), trends and any risk to Southway including non-compliance, reduced income/spend levels, loss of grant, ensuring escalation where necessary to develop remedial actions. 3. Contrast the results of stock condition surveys to Business Plan assumptions. Prepare and monitor long term budgets based on data from various sources including programme schedules, survey results and data from housing management system. This should outline any slippage, savings, acceleration and overspends, with corresponding impacts on current and future year budgets. 4. Support preparation of programme returns and grant claims to external partners (identifying works, administration and staffing elements), ensuring all data and explanations are evidenced with colleagues before submission. 5. Prepare fixed asset register and general ledger entries using data from the stock investment programme to ensure the accountancy for the capital works costs and related grant are correctly identified for individual properties and components. 6. Prepare budgets for Property Services including analysis of different workstreams (and agree recharges between DLO and the client) to ensure value for money is achieved via operational delivery. 7. Ensure the Finance Apprentice (Property & Assets) liaises productively with budget holders to analyse results and consider actions to deliver effective budgetary control. 8. Identify and drive improvements in processes and procedures which impact the financial performance of the repairs and maintenance service. 9. Assist budget holders to operate an effective system of electronic purchase order and invoice authorisation routines, resolving individual users' difficulties. Support budget holders to enable them to navigate through the financial processes, including the NOPO report, to improve data integrity and accurately record costs and grant income to be accrued. 10. Provide information to Finance Operations team supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts, annual statutory accounts and other reports as required (e.g. Funders Report) outlining performance and explanations on variances. Closing Date: Monday 13 October 2025 Interview Date: w/c Monday 20 October 2025 For an informal discussion about this role please contact Bhups Gohil, Assistant Director of Finance . We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from suitably skilled people from all sectors of the community. All applicants who have a disability or are ex armed forces that meet the minimum essential criteria for the post will be invited to interview. If you have a disability or are ex armed forces, please tell us about this on your application form and please let us know about any special arrangements you would like us to make if you are invited in for an interview.
