Head of finance

We are partnering with a well-established housing association in the West Midlands region to recruit a Head of Finance. This is a key role with responsibility for overseeing the organisation's financial business partnering, financial accounting, and payroll functions.

Key responsibilities include:

* Lead financial control, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering
* Oversee statutory accounts, audits, regulatory returns, payroll, and balance sheet integrity
* Deliver accurate management accounts, budgets, and forecasts
* Manage and develop the finance team, fostering a proactive business partnering culture
* Partner with stakeholders to improve financial performance and efficiency across the organisation
* Lead the preparation and presentation of Board-level reports, providing clear financial insight to support governance and organisational performance

About You

* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA)
* Housing sector experience
* Proven business partnering and management accounting experience
* Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Board and operational levels
* Track record of improving processes and strengthening financial controls
* Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop finance teams

What's on offer