At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in financial services, budget monitoring, and account management.
- Company: Join Berneslai Homes, a forward-thinking social housing provider.
- Benefits: Enjoy agile working, excellent pension, gym discounts, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with a commitment to employee well-being and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on homes and communities while developing your finance skills.
- Qualifications: 5 GCSEs including English and Maths or AAT Level 4 qualification.
The predicted salary is between 35412 - 38220 £ per year.
Salary: £35,412 to £38,220
Working Arrangements: Full Time
Hours of Work: 37 hours per week
Status of Employment: Permanent
This post closes at 11.59 pm on the date specified.
At Berneslai Homes, we strive to be an ambitious, forward-thinking social housing provider and employer. Working for us offers you a chance to play a real part in improving homes and communities throughout Barnsley. Managing around 18,000 homes on behalf of Barnsley Council, our '3 Cs' values are at the heart of all we do here – we promise to always put the Customer first, have a Can do attitude to make change happen, and stay Curious to make sure we get things right.
We're proud to announce that we are the first local authority to achieve the highest C1 grading from the Regulator of Social Housing following our recent inspection. This outcome means that we meet consumer standards as a landlord, identify when issues occur, and implement plans to prevent recurrence – demonstrating our commitment to providing high-quality homes and prioritising tenant safety, needs, and well-being.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Assistant Finance Business Partner. Within this role you will work closely with the Finance Business Partners and the Finance Manager in the provision of financial services including budget monitoring, closing of accounts and annual financial statements.
Key duties and responsibilities:
- To assist the Finance Business Partners and Finance Manager with the production of service budget monitoring in accordance with approved standards and guidance.
- Liaison with budget holders to review budgets and prepare monthly financial outturn forecasts to feed into the monthly management accounts; identifying and raising queries to the Finance Business Partner in a timely manner.
- Provision of financial information to feed into the preparation of annual budgets.
- Maintenance of our financial system (SAP) – including raising invoices on a timely basis to ensure cash flow is maximised, collate information for direct debits and credit cards, and arrange for journal transactions to be completed in line with strict deadlines.
- Implementation of closedown procedures including accounts reconciliation, accruals, intercompany recharges, monitoring and maintaining the Goods received/invoices received (GR/IR) account and liaising with the relevant team to resolve any queries.
What we're looking for:
- 5 GCSEs including English and Maths (Grade A–C, 5–9) or equivalent.
- Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 4 qualification.
- Experience of working in a similar role.
- Enthusiastic and effective team worker with the ability to develop good working relationships.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, and to tight deadlines.
Employee benefits include:
- Agile Working Packages
- Excellent Pension Scheme
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Health & Wellbeing Checks
- Fantastic Training and Development Opportunities
Shortlisting is due to take place week commencing 3 August and interview dates are due to take place week commencing 10 August. Please note these dates are subject to change.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Lydia McMath, Finance Manager, by emailing Lydiamcmath@berneslaihomes.co.uk.
This post requires a Basic Criminal Record Check. CVs will not be accepted.
Berneslai Homes values diversity in its workforce and encourages applications from all sectors of the community.
Assistant Finance Business Partner - 202607 in Barnsley employer: Berneslai Homes
At Berneslai Homes, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where our employees can thrive. As an Assistant Finance Business Partner, you will not only contribute to the financial health of our organisation but also benefit from excellent training and development opportunities, a robust pension scheme, and a commitment to employee well-being through health checks and discounted gym memberships. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of residents in Barnsley while enjoying a culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation.
