1. Take full ownership of statutory reporting, treasury, and financial compliance.
2. Drive excellence in financial processes, controls, and team performance.
About Our Client
Our client is a leading housing association with a significant finance operation. They are looking for a confident, technically strong finance leader to drive compliance, control, and high-quality reporting across the Group.
Job Description
· Oversee the Financial Compliance Team and related functions, ensuring smooth and accurate delivery of core finance processes.· Lead statutory financial reporting for housing and subsidiary companies and support Group Accounts preparation.· Manage rent and service charge setting, treasury, cashflow, and day-to-day compliance.· Support the Head of Finance with regulatory, funding, and audit processes.· Lead finance systems administration, transformation projects, and process improvement initiatives.· Develop reporting tools to monitor KPIs, regulatory returns, and operational performance.· Provide clear financial guidance and insight to senior stakeholders across the organisation.
The Successful Applicant
· Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA).· Minimum 3 years' people management experience.· Proven experience in housing sector finance, statutory reporting, treasury, and tax compliance.· Expertise in loan accounting, VAT, Corporation Tax, and cashflow management.· Track record of improving financial reporting and implementing finance system solutions.· Ability to influence stakeholders and communicate financial insight clearly.· Methodical, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement.
What's on Offer
· 12-month fixed-term contract.· Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 per annum.· Hybrid working - one day per week in the office with flexible working options.· 27 days annual leave.· Pension with up to 15% employer contribution.· Healthcare cash plan.