Finance Team Leader Supported Housing Confidential Client Contract: Permanent Salary: 33,000- 35,000 per annum (DOE) Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Location: Remote (Agile working, depending on business needs - may need to come into the office 1 day a week) About Our Client Our client is a well-established not-for-profit housing association that has been supporting local communities for over 60 years. They are a welcoming, inclusive organisation where people are valued, supported and empowered to make a real difference. Benefits 33 days annual leave (increasing with service) Buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave Health Cash Plan (after probation) Employee Assistance Programme Pension scheme Life Assurance & Personal Accident Cover Staff discounts portal Essential Car User Allowance Flexible and supportive working environment About the Role: Finance Team Leader Working closely with the Financial Controller and Management Accountant, you'll ensure the smooth running of the finance function, overseeing sales ledger, purchase ledger, banking and nominal ledger processes while supervising the day-to-day activities of the finance team. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining operational finance responsibilities with team supervision to ensure daily, weekly and monthly deadlines are consistently achieved. Key Responsibilities: Finance Team Leader Maintain monthly cashbooks and complete bank reconciliations. Post journals and maintain the nominal ledger. Supervise sales ledger, purchase ledger and rent collection activities. Ensure supplier payment runs are completed accurately and on time. Assist with maintaining the fixed asset register. Support colleagues with finance queries and liaise with suppliers. Ensure compliance with Financial Regulations and organisational policies. Assist with Board papers and other finance administration. Identify opportunities to improve processes and support continuous improvement. Carry out additional duties as required to support the evolving service. About You: Finance Team Leader You'll be a proactive, organised finance professional who enjoys leading by example and supporting others to succeed. You'll be confident managing your own workload while supervising a small team, maintaining high levels of accuracy and meeting deadlines. You'll be approachable, professional and capable of building strong working relationships across the organisation, while continually looking for ways to improve processes and service delivery. Essential Criteria: Finance Team Leader Qualifications GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics. Qualified by experience in Finance. Experience Minimum two years' experience within a busy finance or accounting environment. Experience using accounting software and payroll systems. Skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organisational and time management abilities. Strong reconciliation and numerical skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and work independently or as part of a team. Ability to handle confidential information appropriately. Desirable Part-qualified accountant working towards a recognised qualification. Experience within the social housing sector. What Will Make You Stand Out You'll combine strong technical finance knowledge with excellent organisational skills and a collaborative leadership style. You'll enjoy improving processes, supporting colleagues and delivering a high-quality finance service in a fast-paced environment. Why Apply? Our client offers the opportunity to join a values-led organisation where your work has a genuine impact. If you're looking for a varied role within a supportive, forward-thinking team, we'd love to hear from you. Response Personnel, an independently owned company and experts in recruitment since 1997. Specialists in Permanent, Temporary and Contract recruitment within a number of niche divisions and industries, including: Commercial, Industrial and Engineering sectors. For information on other roles, we have available please call (phone number removed) for further details.
Jul 31, 2026
Full time
Finance Team Leader Supported Housing Confidential Client Contract: Permanent Salary: 33,000- 35,000 per annum (DOE) Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Location: Remote (Agile working, depending on business needs - may need to come into the office 1 day a week) About Our Client Our client is a well-established not-for-profit housing association that has been supporting local communities for over 60 years. They are a welcoming, inclusive organisation where people are valued, supported and empowered to make a real difference. Benefits 33 days annual leave (increasing with service) Buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave Health Cash Plan (after probation) Employee Assistance Programme Pension scheme Life Assurance & Personal Accident Cover Staff discounts portal Essential Car User Allowance Flexible and supportive working environment About the Role: Finance Team Leader Working closely with the Financial Controller and Management Accountant, you'll ensure the smooth running of the finance function, overseeing sales ledger, purchase ledger, banking and nominal ledger processes while supervising the day-to-day activities of the finance team. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining operational finance responsibilities with team supervision to ensure daily, weekly and monthly deadlines are consistently achieved. Key Responsibilities: Finance Team Leader Maintain monthly cashbooks and complete bank reconciliations. Post journals and maintain the nominal ledger. Supervise sales ledger, purchase ledger and rent collection activities. Ensure supplier payment runs are completed accurately and on time. Assist with maintaining the fixed asset register. Support colleagues with finance queries and liaise with suppliers. Ensure compliance with Financial Regulations and organisational policies. Assist with Board papers and other finance administration. Identify opportunities to improve processes and support continuous improvement. Carry out additional duties as required to support the evolving service. About You: Finance Team Leader You'll be a proactive, organised finance professional who enjoys leading by example and supporting others to succeed. You'll be confident managing your own workload while supervising a small team, maintaining high levels of accuracy and meeting deadlines. You'll be approachable, professional and capable of building strong working relationships across the organisation, while continually looking for ways to improve processes and service delivery. Essential Criteria: Finance Team Leader Qualifications GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics. Qualified by experience in Finance. Experience Minimum two years' experience within a busy finance or accounting environment. Experience using accounting software and payroll systems. Skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organisational and time management abilities. Strong reconciliation and numerical skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and work independently or as part of a team. Ability to handle confidential information appropriately. Desirable Part-qualified accountant working towards a recognised qualification. Experience within the social housing sector. What Will Make You Stand Out You'll combine strong technical finance knowledge with excellent organisational skills and a collaborative leadership style. You'll enjoy improving processes, supporting colleagues and delivering a high-quality finance service in a fast-paced environment. Why Apply? Our client offers the opportunity to join a values-led organisation where your work has a genuine impact. If you're looking for a varied role within a supportive, forward-thinking team, we'd love to hear from you. Response Personnel, an independently owned company and experts in recruitment since 1997. Specialists in Permanent, Temporary and Contract recruitment within a number of niche divisions and industries, including: Commercial, Industrial and Engineering sectors. For information on other roles, we have available please call (phone number removed) for further details.
Step into a rewarding permanent role offering an annual salary of 60,000, hybrid working, generous annual leave, and an excellent benefits package with a leading social housing provider, supporting the delivery of affordable homes across the region. This Treasury Accountant position gives you the opportunity to lead the day-to-day treasury function, manage cash flow and liquidity, and ensure robust treasury controls, all while working in a collaborative and forward-thinking finance team that values your contribution and supports your professional development. You'll be joining a highly regarded finance team where, as a Treasury Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the organisation's financial resilience. This is an exciting opportunity to work with senior stakeholders, lenders, and advisers while helping to shape long-term funding strategies in a business committed to investing in communities. I'd love to hear from anyone with experience as a Treasury Accountant, Treasury Analyst, Treasury Manager, Finance Manager, Financial Accountant, or Finance Business Partner, particularly within social housing, public sector, or another regulated environment. In this position, you will be: Managing the day-to-day treasury function as a Treasury Accountant, including daily cash balances and liquidity requirements. Producing accurate cash flow forecasts, treasury reports, and supporting long-term financial planning. Preparing statutory accounts, lender returns, and financial reporting requirements. Monitoring debt facilities, covenant compliance, and funding agreements. Managing treasury records, reconciliations, bank mandates, and authorised signatory controls. Supporting treasury stress testing, scenario modelling, and refinancing activities. Maintaining security charging information and supporting future funding capacity. Building strong relationships with banks, funders, auditors, legal advisers, and internal stakeholders. Producing reports for the Board, Committees, and regulatory bodies. I'd love to speak to anyone who has: Previous experience working as a Treasury Accountant or in a similar treasury-focused finance role. CCAB Qualified Accountant status. A minimum of three years' post-qualification experience. Strong treasury experience, ideally within the social housing sector. Experience managing cash flow forecasting, debt portfolios, and covenant compliance. Excellent knowledge of treasury controls, financial reporting, and risk management. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong analytical and financial modelling abilities. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to a range of stakeholders. This role is offering the following benefits: Permanent contract. Full-time position (37 hours per week, Monday to Friday). Hybrid working. Annual salary of 60,000. Excellent company benefits package. Opportunity to work on strategic treasury projects. Career development and professional learning opportunities. Supportive and collaborative working environment. This opportunity offers an annual salary of 60,000 . Travel & LocationThis role is based in Peterborough with the flexibility of hybrid working. Peterborough benefits from excellent transport links via the A1(M), A47, and direct rail services to London, Cambridge, Leicester, and the East Midlands, making it an ideal location for professionals looking to combine career progression with flexible working. If this Treasury Accountant role sounds like your next step, apply now or contact Olivia Taylor at (url removed) or (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
Jul 31, 2026
Full time
Step into a rewarding permanent role offering an annual salary of 60,000, hybrid working, generous annual leave, and an excellent benefits package with a leading social housing provider, supporting the delivery of affordable homes across the region. This Treasury Accountant position gives you the opportunity to lead the day-to-day treasury function, manage cash flow and liquidity, and ensure robust treasury controls, all while working in a collaborative and forward-thinking finance team that values your contribution and supports your professional development. You'll be joining a highly regarded finance team where, as a Treasury Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the organisation's financial resilience. This is an exciting opportunity to work with senior stakeholders, lenders, and advisers while helping to shape long-term funding strategies in a business committed to investing in communities. I'd love to hear from anyone with experience as a Treasury Accountant, Treasury Analyst, Treasury Manager, Finance Manager, Financial Accountant, or Finance Business Partner, particularly within social housing, public sector, or another regulated environment. In this position, you will be: Managing the day-to-day treasury function as a Treasury Accountant, including daily cash balances and liquidity requirements. Producing accurate cash flow forecasts, treasury reports, and supporting long-term financial planning. Preparing statutory accounts, lender returns, and financial reporting requirements. Monitoring debt facilities, covenant compliance, and funding agreements. Managing treasury records, reconciliations, bank mandates, and authorised signatory controls. Supporting treasury stress testing, scenario modelling, and refinancing activities. Maintaining security charging information and supporting future funding capacity. Building strong relationships with banks, funders, auditors, legal advisers, and internal stakeholders. Producing reports for the Board, Committees, and regulatory bodies. I'd love to speak to anyone who has: Previous experience working as a Treasury Accountant or in a similar treasury-focused finance role. CCAB Qualified Accountant status. A minimum of three years' post-qualification experience. Strong treasury experience, ideally within the social housing sector. Experience managing cash flow forecasting, debt portfolios, and covenant compliance. Excellent knowledge of treasury controls, financial reporting, and risk management. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong analytical and financial modelling abilities. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to a range of stakeholders. This role is offering the following benefits: Permanent contract. Full-time position (37 hours per week, Monday to Friday). Hybrid working. Annual salary of 60,000. Excellent company benefits package. Opportunity to work on strategic treasury projects. Career development and professional learning opportunities. Supportive and collaborative working environment. This opportunity offers an annual salary of 60,000 . Travel & LocationThis role is based in Peterborough with the flexibility of hybrid working. Peterborough benefits from excellent transport links via the A1(M), A47, and direct rail services to London, Cambridge, Leicester, and the East Midlands, making it an ideal location for professionals looking to combine career progression with flexible working. If this Treasury Accountant role sounds like your next step, apply now or contact Olivia Taylor at (url removed) or (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
Director of Finance & Corporate Services Location: Hammersmith, London Salary: Up to 90,000 per annum Sector: Social Housing An established and respected Housing Association is seeking an experienced Director of Finance & Corporate Services to join its senior leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic finance professional with a strong background in the social housing sector to play a key role in driving financial sustainability, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the wider corporate functions of the organisation. The Role Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and working as part of the Executive Leadership Team, you will lead the organisation's financial strategy, ensuring robust financial management, governance, and long-term sustainability. Alongside leading the finance function, you will also have oversight of key corporate services, including elements of HR, helping to ensure the organisation continues to operate efficiently while supporting its people and delivering excellent services to residents. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver the organisation's financial strategy. Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and statutory reporting. Ensure compliance with all relevant housing regulations, financial governance requirements and housing legislation. Oversee treasury management, cash flow, risk management and financial controls. Produce high-quality financial reports and insights for the Executive Team and Board. Lead external audit processes and maintain strong relationships with auditors, lenders and regulators. Provide strategic oversight of HR and wider corporate services, supporting organisational development and people initiatives. Drive continuous improvement across finance and corporate functions. About You You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant senior finance leadership experience within the social housing sector. You'll also have: A proven track record in a Director of Finance, Head of Finance or similar senior leadership role. Strong knowledge of social housing finance, regulation and housing legislation. Experience working with Boards, Executive Teams and external stakeholders. An understanding of HR functions and wider corporate services. Excellent commercial awareness and strategic thinking. Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills. The ability to influence at Executive and Board level while driving organisational performance. What's on Offer Salary up to 90,000 . Senior leadership opportunity within a respected Housing Association. The chance to influence strategic direction and organisational performance. A collaborative and purpose-driven working environment. Opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development. If you're an experienced finance leader with a passion for social housing and are looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Jul 29, 2026
Full time
Director of Finance & Corporate Services Location: Hammersmith, London Salary: Up to 90,000 per annum Sector: Social Housing An established and respected Housing Association is seeking an experienced Director of Finance & Corporate Services to join its senior leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic finance professional with a strong background in the social housing sector to play a key role in driving financial sustainability, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the wider corporate functions of the organisation. The Role Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and working as part of the Executive Leadership Team, you will lead the organisation's financial strategy, ensuring robust financial management, governance, and long-term sustainability. Alongside leading the finance function, you will also have oversight of key corporate services, including elements of HR, helping to ensure the organisation continues to operate efficiently while supporting its people and delivering excellent services to residents. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver the organisation's financial strategy. Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and statutory reporting. Ensure compliance with all relevant housing regulations, financial governance requirements and housing legislation. Oversee treasury management, cash flow, risk management and financial controls. Produce high-quality financial reports and insights for the Executive Team and Board. Lead external audit processes and maintain strong relationships with auditors, lenders and regulators. Provide strategic oversight of HR and wider corporate services, supporting organisational development and people initiatives. Drive continuous improvement across finance and corporate functions. About You You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant senior finance leadership experience within the social housing sector. You'll also have: A proven track record in a Director of Finance, Head of Finance or similar senior leadership role. Strong knowledge of social housing finance, regulation and housing legislation. Experience working with Boards, Executive Teams and external stakeholders. An understanding of HR functions and wider corporate services. Excellent commercial awareness and strategic thinking. Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills. The ability to influence at Executive and Board level while driving organisational performance. What's on Offer Salary up to 90,000 . Senior leadership opportunity within a respected Housing Association. The chance to influence strategic direction and organisational performance. A collaborative and purpose-driven working environment. Opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development. If you're an experienced finance leader with a passion for social housing and are looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Finance Business Partner Social Housing Greater Manchester (Hybrid/Agile Working) £53,000 + excellent benefits Finance isn't just about the numbers. It's about influencing decisions. If you're a qualified Finance Business Partner who enjoys building relationships, challenging assumptions and helping operational teams make better financial decisions, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established social housing organisation seeking a commercially minded Finance Business Partner to support one of its key operational directorates. Working closely with senior budget holders, you'll become a trusted adviser, helping shape financial performance through insightful reporting, forecasting and business partnering. Rather than simply producing management accounts, you'll be out in the business, understanding operational priorities, challenging expenditure, identifying opportunities and helping managers make informed decisions. The Opportunity You'll work alongside an experienced finance team and will be responsible for: Partnering with operational managers and budget holders Producing monthly management accounts and insightful commentary Leading budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting activities Challenging financial performance and identifying efficiencies Presenting financial information to non-finance stakeholders Developing meaningful KPIs and performance reporting Supporting business planning Preparing regulatory and statutory financial returns Building strong relationships across the wider organisation Contributing to continuous improvement projects within finance This is a genuine business partnering role where your ability to influence will be just as important as your technical accounting knowledge. About You You'll ideally be: ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified An experienced Finance Business Partner or Management Accountant looking to step into a broader partnering role Confident working with senior operational stakeholders Comfortable explaining financial information to non-finance colleagues Strong in budgeting, forecasting and management reporting Commercially aware with excellent analytical skills Advanced Excel user with experience of finance systems Someone who enjoys improving processes and adding value Experience within social housing would be advantageous but is by no means essential. We'd also welcome applications from candidates from the wider public sector, charities, education or commercial organisations who have strong business partnering experience. What's on Offer? Salary £53,000 Hybrid/agile working 35-hour working week Excellent pension and benefits package Supportive and collaborative finance team Opportunity to influence operational decision-making Genuine work-life balance Long-term career development If you're looking for a role where you can build relationships, influence decision making and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Jul 29, 2026
Full time
Finance Business Partner Social Housing Greater Manchester (Hybrid/Agile Working) £53,000 + excellent benefits Finance isn't just about the numbers. It's about influencing decisions. If you're a qualified Finance Business Partner who enjoys building relationships, challenging assumptions and helping operational teams make better financial decisions, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established social housing organisation seeking a commercially minded Finance Business Partner to support one of its key operational directorates. Working closely with senior budget holders, you'll become a trusted adviser, helping shape financial performance through insightful reporting, forecasting and business partnering. Rather than simply producing management accounts, you'll be out in the business, understanding operational priorities, challenging expenditure, identifying opportunities and helping managers make informed decisions. The Opportunity You'll work alongside an experienced finance team and will be responsible for: Partnering with operational managers and budget holders Producing monthly management accounts and insightful commentary Leading budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting activities Challenging financial performance and identifying efficiencies Presenting financial information to non-finance stakeholders Developing meaningful KPIs and performance reporting Supporting business planning Preparing regulatory and statutory financial returns Building strong relationships across the wider organisation Contributing to continuous improvement projects within finance This is a genuine business partnering role where your ability to influence will be just as important as your technical accounting knowledge. About You You'll ideally be: ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified An experienced Finance Business Partner or Management Accountant looking to step into a broader partnering role Confident working with senior operational stakeholders Comfortable explaining financial information to non-finance colleagues Strong in budgeting, forecasting and management reporting Commercially aware with excellent analytical skills Advanced Excel user with experience of finance systems Someone who enjoys improving processes and adding value Experience within social housing would be advantageous but is by no means essential. We'd also welcome applications from candidates from the wider public sector, charities, education or commercial organisations who have strong business partnering experience. What's on Offer? Salary £53,000 Hybrid/agile working 35-hour working week Excellent pension and benefits package Supportive and collaborative finance team Opportunity to influence operational decision-making Genuine work-life balance Long-term career development If you're looking for a role where you can build relationships, influence decision making and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
About The Role What you can expect from us We offer a competitive salary of £54,400 per annum. 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays a total of 40 days paid holiday per annum which is equivalent to 8 weeks. Salary Finance - access both short and long terms loans, plus provides access to a savings facility. Opportunity to further increase annual leave with service or though the holiday purchase scheme. Immediate entry to our Pension scheme (matched contributions up to 10%). A great flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policies. Health cash plan with financial benefits and the option to extend to your family. Cover includes dental, optical, physiotherapy, 24HR private GP access and much more. Paid leave for absence including sickness, maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. Access of up to £150 annually through the 'Learning for life' scheme. Access to a wide range of discounts and cash back offers, ranging from retail and automotive to holidays and cycle to work scheme. Develop your career with support and access to training and qualifications. About the role We are currently recruiting for a Senior Financial Accountant - Assets to join our Finance team on a permanent basis. The purpose of this role is to support the provision of financial accounting services including monthly management reporting, performance reports, internal control compliance and statutory reports in line with relevant accounting and sector standards. To ensure the correct treatment of the Group's capital expenditure, including components accounting, housing properties, land, other fixed assets and disposals, including Shared Ownership, Right to Buy and Right to Acquire. Responsibilities: Fixed asset register Responsible for the maintenance and accuracy of the fixed asset register. Ensuring the necessary controls are in place to ensure correct classification of asset and useful economic life. Ensuring the depreciation of the Group and its members, to facilitate good quality and accurate statutory and regulatory reporting outputs. Accounting Support the preparation of the annual financial accounts for group and subsidiary legal entities including consolidation and preparation of statutory disclosures required under applicable accounting standards. Liaise with external and internal auditors to provide information and resolution to queries and put in place improvements based on recommendations. Reporting Support the coordination and production of the month end accounts, prepare control account reconciliations and analysis, ensure all reporting is delivered within agreed group time scales. Develop and manage a link between the analysis of data and other teams. Provide data assurance to ensure that information decisions are made at the right level. Collaboration Work in collaboration with finance colleagues to develop and maintain effective processes and reporting through systems. Encourage a culture of cross team collaboration; support workplace mentoring for finance team members wanting to progress. Required as and when necessary to support areas of the finance team at peak times or on major projects. Process improvement Drive continual process improvement to deliver financial control and assurance across the group. Develop and manage a link between the analysis of data and other teams. Provide data assurance to ensure that information decisions are made at the right level. Skills / Experiences Essential: • Experience of working in an asset focussed accounting role. • Experience of people management and development. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to plan and prioritise workload. • Able to work at all levels within the company. • Experience of developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders. • Good knowledge of various accounting software packages. • A Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own car. Desirable: • Experience of working in the housing sector. • Demonstrate good technical understanding asset accounting and capitalisation. • Ability to work with fixed asset software. • Experience of working in a financial accounting role. • Experience of year end process and working with external auditors. Qualifications Essential: • Full/Part or working towards qualification with a recognised accounting body (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or relevant professional experience. About The Organisation About Onward Onward Homes is one of the largest registered providers of social housing in the Northwest, with 35,000 properties across the region. We believe that everyone deserves a place to call their own, which is why we're committed to building 500 new homes each year. We do more than just provide a roof over our customers' heads, we're here to make a real difference. In addition to creating positive spaces for our customers we continuously strive to create a positive and progressive workspace to enable our colleagues to achieve their full potential. We embrace diversity and strive for diverse teams to create an inclusive culture which enables Onward to thrive and be representative of the communities that we serve. We want to ensure that everybody has an opportunity to be part of our recruitment processes and will therefore make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to assist you with our recruitment process via the email address below. If candidates have any concerns / questions in relation to the role at any stage of the recruitment and selection process they can contact the HR team on and a member of the HR Team will be in touch.
Jul 29, 2026
Full time
About The Role What you can expect from us We offer a competitive salary of £54,400 per annum. 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays a total of 40 days paid holiday per annum which is equivalent to 8 weeks. Salary Finance - access both short and long terms loans, plus provides access to a savings facility. Opportunity to further increase annual leave with service or though the holiday purchase scheme. Immediate entry to our Pension scheme (matched contributions up to 10%). A great flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policies. Health cash plan with financial benefits and the option to extend to your family. Cover includes dental, optical, physiotherapy, 24HR private GP access and much more. Paid leave for absence including sickness, maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. Access of up to £150 annually through the 'Learning for life' scheme. Access to a wide range of discounts and cash back offers, ranging from retail and automotive to holidays and cycle to work scheme. Develop your career with support and access to training and qualifications. About the role We are currently recruiting for a Senior Financial Accountant - Assets to join our Finance team on a permanent basis. The purpose of this role is to support the provision of financial accounting services including monthly management reporting, performance reports, internal control compliance and statutory reports in line with relevant accounting and sector standards. To ensure the correct treatment of the Group's capital expenditure, including components accounting, housing properties, land, other fixed assets and disposals, including Shared Ownership, Right to Buy and Right to Acquire. Responsibilities: Fixed asset register Responsible for the maintenance and accuracy of the fixed asset register. Ensuring the necessary controls are in place to ensure correct classification of asset and useful economic life. Ensuring the depreciation of the Group and its members, to facilitate good quality and accurate statutory and regulatory reporting outputs. Accounting Support the preparation of the annual financial accounts for group and subsidiary legal entities including consolidation and preparation of statutory disclosures required under applicable accounting standards. Liaise with external and internal auditors to provide information and resolution to queries and put in place improvements based on recommendations. Reporting Support the coordination and production of the month end accounts, prepare control account reconciliations and analysis, ensure all reporting is delivered within agreed group time scales. Develop and manage a link between the analysis of data and other teams. Provide data assurance to ensure that information decisions are made at the right level. Collaboration Work in collaboration with finance colleagues to develop and maintain effective processes and reporting through systems. Encourage a culture of cross team collaboration; support workplace mentoring for finance team members wanting to progress. Required as and when necessary to support areas of the finance team at peak times or on major projects. Process improvement Drive continual process improvement to deliver financial control and assurance across the group. Develop and manage a link between the analysis of data and other teams. Provide data assurance to ensure that information decisions are made at the right level. Skills / Experiences Essential: • Experience of working in an asset focussed accounting role. • Experience of people management and development. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to plan and prioritise workload. • Able to work at all levels within the company. • Experience of developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders. • Good knowledge of various accounting software packages. • A Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own car. Desirable: • Experience of working in the housing sector. • Demonstrate good technical understanding asset accounting and capitalisation. • Ability to work with fixed asset software. • Experience of working in a financial accounting role. • Experience of year end process and working with external auditors. Qualifications Essential: • Full/Part or working towards qualification with a recognised accounting body (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or relevant professional experience. About The Organisation About Onward Onward Homes is one of the largest registered providers of social housing in the Northwest, with 35,000 properties across the region. We believe that everyone deserves a place to call their own, which is why we're committed to building 500 new homes each year. We do more than just provide a roof over our customers' heads, we're here to make a real difference. In addition to creating positive spaces for our customers we continuously strive to create a positive and progressive workspace to enable our colleagues to achieve their full potential. We embrace diversity and strive for diverse teams to create an inclusive culture which enables Onward to thrive and be representative of the communities that we serve. We want to ensure that everybody has an opportunity to be part of our recruitment processes and will therefore make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to assist you with our recruitment process via the email address below. If candidates have any concerns / questions in relation to the role at any stage of the recruitment and selection process they can contact the HR team on and a member of the HR Team will be in touch.
Looking to take the next step in your housing finance career? If you are a part- or fully-qualified accountant, or QBE, with solid experience calculating service charges within a housing association , this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your expertise. You will take ownership of service charge structures, ensuring accurate cost recovery and value for money for customers. Key Responsibilities: Service Charge Administration: Prepare accurate estimates and actuals statements across fixed and variable tenures, ensuring strict legislative and lease compliance. Financial Control: Administer sinking funds, review apportionment methodologies, and prepare robust audit files for external auditors. Scrutiny & Analysis: Review external management company estimates and invoices, investigate budget variances, and produce regular financial KPIs. Collaboration: Partner with Asset Management, Development, and Housing teams to identify rechargeable costs, support dispute resolutions, and assist with Section 20 consultations. This is a hybrid role working 3-4 days per week at the HQ in Chatham, Kent (free onsite parking). Salary £40,680 plus annual bonus , generous holiday allowance and 6% pension. What you ll bring: Housing Experience: Proven experience calculating and monitoring service charges within a housing association environment. Qualifications: You will ideally be either part- or fully-qualified with a relevant accounting qualification, but QBE candidates will also be considered. Analytical Skills: A sharp eye for detail to establish coding systems, scrutinise external invoices, and investigate variances. Communication: The ability to consult effectively with residents, support colleagues with service charge queries, and demonstrate awareness of diverse customer needs. If you have experience working within the social housing sector dealing with service charge estimates, queries, analysis, etc. then apply today to join a growing finance team.
Jul 28, 2026
Full time
Looking to take the next step in your housing finance career? If you are a part- or fully-qualified accountant, or QBE, with solid experience calculating service charges within a housing association , this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your expertise. You will take ownership of service charge structures, ensuring accurate cost recovery and value for money for customers. Key Responsibilities: Service Charge Administration: Prepare accurate estimates and actuals statements across fixed and variable tenures, ensuring strict legislative and lease compliance. Financial Control: Administer sinking funds, review apportionment methodologies, and prepare robust audit files for external auditors. Scrutiny & Analysis: Review external management company estimates and invoices, investigate budget variances, and produce regular financial KPIs. Collaboration: Partner with Asset Management, Development, and Housing teams to identify rechargeable costs, support dispute resolutions, and assist with Section 20 consultations. This is a hybrid role working 3-4 days per week at the HQ in Chatham, Kent (free onsite parking). Salary £40,680 plus annual bonus , generous holiday allowance and 6% pension. What you ll bring: Housing Experience: Proven experience calculating and monitoring service charges within a housing association environment. Qualifications: You will ideally be either part- or fully-qualified with a relevant accounting qualification, but QBE candidates will also be considered. Analytical Skills: A sharp eye for detail to establish coding systems, scrutinise external invoices, and investigate variances. Communication: The ability to consult effectively with residents, support colleagues with service charge queries, and demonstrate awareness of diverse customer needs. If you have experience working within the social housing sector dealing with service charge estimates, queries, analysis, etc. then apply today to join a growing finance team.
Senior Finance Business Partner (Manager) Flexible Hybrid Working Edinburgh or Glasgow or Wishaw & Home Working Fixed Term Maternity Cover Location: Flexible / Hybrid Edinburgh, Glasgow, Wishaw or Home Working Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week with flexible working arrangements Contract: Fixed Term (Maternity Cover) Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience Join Trust and Make a Difference At Trust, we believe everyone deserves affordable homes and exceptional care . As a Scotland wide, care and support provider supporting over 4,000 households across Scotland, we're proud of a culture built on learning, collaboration and continuous improvement. We're looking for an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner (Manager) to lead our finance business partnering function and help drive excellent decision-making across the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working closely with operational leaders, influencing strategic decisions and helping teams deliver exceptional services for customers. Why Join Trust? Highly flexible and hybrid working work from home or from our Edinburgh, Glasgow or Wishaw offices. Will be required to attend meetings at office locations. 35-hour working week with a strong focus on work-life balance Competitive salary and pension scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Ongoing learning and development opportunities Comprehensive benefits package including wellbeing support, life assurance and employee discounts Opportunity to play a key role in an organisation with a strong social purpose The Role Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll lead the delivery of a high-quality finance business partnering service that supports organisational performance and delivers meaningful business outcomes. You'll work closely with budget holders and senior leaders across Trust, providing financial insight, challenge and support that drives value for money and informed decision-making. Key responsibilities include: Leading finance business partnering across the organisation. Developing robust budgets, forecasts and financial plans. Producing insightful management information and performance analysis. Supporting value for money initiatives and continuous improvement. Strengthening financial control and governance arrangements. Partnering with operational teams to deliver business priorities. Leading, coaching and developing members of the finance team. Contributing as an active member of the wider management team. What We're Looking For You'll be an accountant with strong finance business partnering experience and a track record of building effective relationships across an organisation. You'll combine commercial awareness with a collaborative approach and a passion for using data and insight to improve performance. We're particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate: Professional accountancy qualification or qualified by experience Experience of budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and financial controls. Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent communication and influencing abilities. Confidence working in a fast-paced and evolving environment. A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering excellent customer outcomes. Our Values At Trust, our colleagues live our values every day: Believe in Better continually improving, using data and insight, and delivering exceptional value. Here for Each Other building trusted relationships, embracing diversity and working collaboratively. Love to Learn being curious, developing ourselves and others, and having the confidence to lead positive change. If these values resonate with you and you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact while enjoying flexibility and work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you. Interested? Please click on the link to our website for further details on how to apply and contacting us if you have any questions. Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Trust Housing Association is a Registered Scottish Charity - SC(phone number removed) No Agencies Please!
Jul 27, 2026
Contractor
Senior Finance Business Partner (Manager) Flexible Hybrid Working Edinburgh or Glasgow or Wishaw & Home Working Fixed Term Maternity Cover Location: Flexible / Hybrid Edinburgh, Glasgow, Wishaw or Home Working Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week with flexible working arrangements Contract: Fixed Term (Maternity Cover) Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience Join Trust and Make a Difference At Trust, we believe everyone deserves affordable homes and exceptional care . As a Scotland wide, care and support provider supporting over 4,000 households across Scotland, we're proud of a culture built on learning, collaboration and continuous improvement. We're looking for an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner (Manager) to lead our finance business partnering function and help drive excellent decision-making across the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working closely with operational leaders, influencing strategic decisions and helping teams deliver exceptional services for customers. Why Join Trust? Highly flexible and hybrid working work from home or from our Edinburgh, Glasgow or Wishaw offices. Will be required to attend meetings at office locations. 35-hour working week with a strong focus on work-life balance Competitive salary and pension scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Ongoing learning and development opportunities Comprehensive benefits package including wellbeing support, life assurance and employee discounts Opportunity to play a key role in an organisation with a strong social purpose The Role Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll lead the delivery of a high-quality finance business partnering service that supports organisational performance and delivers meaningful business outcomes. You'll work closely with budget holders and senior leaders across Trust, providing financial insight, challenge and support that drives value for money and informed decision-making. Key responsibilities include: Leading finance business partnering across the organisation. Developing robust budgets, forecasts and financial plans. Producing insightful management information and performance analysis. Supporting value for money initiatives and continuous improvement. Strengthening financial control and governance arrangements. Partnering with operational teams to deliver business priorities. Leading, coaching and developing members of the finance team. Contributing as an active member of the wider management team. What We're Looking For You'll be an accountant with strong finance business partnering experience and a track record of building effective relationships across an organisation. You'll combine commercial awareness with a collaborative approach and a passion for using data and insight to improve performance. We're particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate: Professional accountancy qualification or qualified by experience Experience of budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and financial controls. Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent communication and influencing abilities. Confidence working in a fast-paced and evolving environment. A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering excellent customer outcomes. Our Values At Trust, our colleagues live our values every day: Believe in Better continually improving, using data and insight, and delivering exceptional value. Here for Each Other building trusted relationships, embracing diversity and working collaboratively. Love to Learn being curious, developing ourselves and others, and having the confidence to lead positive change. If these values resonate with you and you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact while enjoying flexibility and work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you. Interested? Please click on the link to our website for further details on how to apply and contacting us if you have any questions. Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Trust Housing Association is a Registered Scottish Charity - SC(phone number removed) No Agencies Please!
Annual salary: up to £40,000.00 Management Accountant Location:Gloucester Head Office with hybrid working Contract:Permanent, full time. 8:30am to 5:00pm Salary:£40,000 per annum plus benefits Mears Group areseekinga proactive and commercially focused Management Accountant to support our Central Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified finance professional looking to develop their career within a dynamic and supportive environment. In this role, you willbe responsible forproducingtimelyandaccuratemanagement accounts, supportingforecastingand budgeting processes, andprovidingvaluable financial insight to stakeholders across the business. You will play a key part in ensuring financial accuracy, improving efficiency, and supporting profitability across multiple branches. Mears Group is a leading provider of housing and care services in the UK, committed to making a positive difference to the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on deliveringhigh qualityservices while supporting our employees with development opportunities and a strong focus on wellbeing and inclusion. About the Role: You will work as part of the finance team to support the smooth running of the accounts function and deliverhigh qualityfinancial reporting and analysis. Produce monthly management accounts accurately and within deadlines Support quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting processes Maintain and reconcile balance sheet control accounts Analyse financial performance and investigate variances Provideclear financial insight to finance and non-finance stakeholders Analyse large volumes of data using Excel Support business units to maximise efficiency and profitability Challenge and interrogate financial data and systems to ensure accuracy Key Criteria: CIMA,ACCAor ACA qualified or final stage part qualified Strong IT skills with advanced Excel capability Proven ability to analyse and interpret high volumes of data Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong communicationskills with the ability to engage non-finance colleagues Ability to build effective working relationships across teams Proactive,inquisitiveand personable approach Benefits Family friendly policy to include enhanced maternity/paternity leave and much more. Generous Pension Scheme Sick Pay Refer a friend scheme (total award £1000) Share saver scheme Eye test vouchers Employee Assistance Programme (Access to Free counselling service) Wellbeing service (Access to trained mental health & wellbeing advisors) Mears Annual Family Fun Day for you and your family to places like Blair Drummond Safari Park, M&Ds Theme park, fully paid for including lunch Mears Rewards - A performance recognition platform whereby you can be rewarded in high street vouchers Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment Excellent training and development opportunities 25 days holiday entitlement along with bank holidays. All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment. Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Joe Monger url removed If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.
Jul 25, 2026
Full time
Annual salary: up to £40,000.00 Management Accountant Location:Gloucester Head Office with hybrid working Contract:Permanent, full time. 8:30am to 5:00pm Salary:£40,000 per annum plus benefits Mears Group areseekinga proactive and commercially focused Management Accountant to support our Central Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified finance professional looking to develop their career within a dynamic and supportive environment. In this role, you willbe responsible forproducingtimelyandaccuratemanagement accounts, supportingforecastingand budgeting processes, andprovidingvaluable financial insight to stakeholders across the business. You will play a key part in ensuring financial accuracy, improving efficiency, and supporting profitability across multiple branches. Mears Group is a leading provider of housing and care services in the UK, committed to making a positive difference to the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on deliveringhigh qualityservices while supporting our employees with development opportunities and a strong focus on wellbeing and inclusion. About the Role: You will work as part of the finance team to support the smooth running of the accounts function and deliverhigh qualityfinancial reporting and analysis. Produce monthly management accounts accurately and within deadlines Support quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting processes Maintain and reconcile balance sheet control accounts Analyse financial performance and investigate variances Provideclear financial insight to finance and non-finance stakeholders Analyse large volumes of data using Excel Support business units to maximise efficiency and profitability Challenge and interrogate financial data and systems to ensure accuracy Key Criteria: CIMA,ACCAor ACA qualified or final stage part qualified Strong IT skills with advanced Excel capability Proven ability to analyse and interpret high volumes of data Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong communicationskills with the ability to engage non-finance colleagues Ability to build effective working relationships across teams Proactive,inquisitiveand personable approach Benefits Family friendly policy to include enhanced maternity/paternity leave and much more. Generous Pension Scheme Sick Pay Refer a friend scheme (total award £1000) Share saver scheme Eye test vouchers Employee Assistance Programme (Access to Free counselling service) Wellbeing service (Access to trained mental health & wellbeing advisors) Mears Annual Family Fun Day for you and your family to places like Blair Drummond Safari Park, M&Ds Theme park, fully paid for including lunch Mears Rewards - A performance recognition platform whereby you can be rewarded in high street vouchers Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment Excellent training and development opportunities 25 days holiday entitlement along with bank holidays. All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment. Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Joe Monger url removed If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.
