Financial Accountant
Kidderminster, Worcestershire (Hybrid Working)
Up to £45,000.00 per annum
Are you an experienced and motivated finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact? Community Housing is seeking a Financial Accountant to play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality statutory reporting, regulatory compliance, and robust financial controls that support our mission to provide safe, sustainable homes and excellent services for our communities.
About the Role
As Financial Accountant, you will take ownership of core financial accounting activities and play a key role in maintaining the integrity of the organisation’s financial reporting. Your responsibilities will include:
* Preparing year-end statutory accounts and coordinating the external audit process
* Producing and submitting regulatory returns to the Regulator of Social Housing
* Managing and maintaining the Assets and Liabilities Register
* Ensuring efficient and timely month-end and year-end close processes
* Maintaining strong financial controls and completing balance sheet reconciliations
* Overseeing VAT and Corporation Tax compliance, including liaison with HMRC and external tax advisers
* Producing high-quality financial reports, metrics, and analysis for colleagues, management, and committees
* Supporting Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting
* Leading, supporting, and developing the Financial Accounting Assistant
About You
You will be a qualified finance professional with:
* Strong technical knowledge across financial accounting, tax, VAT, and treasury
* Proven experience in statutory reporting, audit, and financial control
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines
* Confidence using accounting systems and advanced Excel skills
* A collaborative mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement
* Some experience of people management or mentoring
Why Join Community Housing?
You’ll be joining an organisation with a strong social purpose, where your expertise will directly contribute to improving homes and services for our communities. We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a genuine difference