My client is a forward-thinking Housing Association committed to delivering high-quality, affordable homes and services to communities across the region. With a strong focus on value for money, governance, and tenant outcomes, the organisation is continuing to strengthen its finance function and commercial capabilities.
🎯 Purpose of the Role
This is a dual-purpose role combining Management Accounting and Procurement support, sitting within the Finance team but working closely with operational and commercial stakeholders.
You will play a key role in:
Delivering robust financial insight and reporting
Supporting budget holders across the organisation
Strengthening procurement processes to ensure value for money and compliance
📊 Key Responsibilities
Management Accounting
Produce monthly management accounts with insightful variance analysis
Support budget setting, forecasting and financial planning cycles
Partner with budget holders to improve financial understanding and performance
Assist with year-end accounts and audit process
Monitor and report on cost savings and efficiencies
Provide financial input into business cases and investment decisions
Procurement & Commercial Support
Support the delivery of the organisation's procurement strategy
Ensure compliance with public sector procurement regulations and internal policies
Work with stakeholders to manage supplier relationships and contract performance
Assist with tender processes, including evaluation and financial assessment
Identify opportunities for cost savings and value for money improvements
Maintain accurate records of contracts and procurement activities
🤝 Stakeholder Engagement
Act as a business partner to operational teams
Work closely with Finance, Procurement, and Senior Leadership teams
Support non-finance colleagues in understanding financial performance
✅ Person Specification
Essential
Professionally qualified or part-qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CIPFA)
Strong experience in management accounting and financial analysis
Experience working in a public sector, housing, or regulated environment (or similar)
Understanding of procurement processes and value-for-money principles
Strong Excel and financial systems skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement ability
Desirable
Experience within a Housing Association or local authority
Knowledge of public procurement regulations (e.g. PCR / UK procurement rules)
Experience working with contract management or supplier performance
Experience supporting commercial decision-making/cost optimisation
🌟 Key Competencies
Analytical and detail-oriented
Commercially aware
Strong stakeholder engagement
Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
Continuous improvement mindset
🎁 Benefits
Competitive salary (£45k-£50k)
Hybrid working
Generous pension scheme
25-30 days annual leave + bank holidays
Opportunities for progression and development
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