Fixed Asset Accountant in Bradford

We are looking for a technically strong and detail-oriented Fixed Asset Accountant to join our finance team, responsible for asset accounting across a diverse asset portfolio including housing stock, investment properties and leases. Leading on valuations, depreciation, disposals and grant reporting. This is a high-impact role where you will play a part in strengthening controls, improving processes and delivering sharp, reliable asset data to drive smarter investment decisions.

About us: We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people. Last year we launched our five-year Corporate Strategy, which runs to 2029. Our purpose is to provide high quality homes, services, and support to our customers, so we have worked with colleagues and customers to find out what is important to them. Our customers sit at the heart of what we do, and our colleagues are the people who will help us achieve our vision, which is to create the best customer experience to improve everyday lives.

Duties include:

• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register for housing stock, investment properties, leases, and other fixed assets.
• Record acquisitions, disposals, and transfers of fixed assets and investment properties.
• Manage lease accounting under the updated FRS 102 standard and maintain the lease register.
• Ensure accurate classification of assets in accordance with FRS 102 and the Housing SORP.
• Complete Homes England disposal documentation, ensuring capital grants are accurately reported.
• Maintain and reconcile deferred and accrued capital grants, as well as the recycled capital grant fund, in line with regulatory and reporting requirements.
• Work closely with Development Finance to capitalise development expenditure, allocate costs to properties and components, and produce relevant reports.
• Collaborate with the Senior Finance Business Partner (Assets) to capitalise refurbishment spend, manage component transfers to RAM upon completion, and write off replaced components and report.
• Calculate and post monthly depreciation for all asset categories.
• Assist with the annual impairment review alongside the Senior Finance Business Partner (Assets).
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including external audit preparation.
• Produce high-quality working papers and draft fixed asset notes for the annual report and financial statements, for review by the Financial Accounting and Tax Manager.
• Liaise with auditors and provide additional documentation for asset-related audit queries.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in fixed asset or general ledger accounting.
• Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA).
• Reviewing processes and systems and recommending enhancement to asset related policies and procedures for continuous improvement.
• Proficient in Excel and financial systems (e.g., OpenAccounts, RAM).
• Strong knowledge of FRS 102, fixed asset accounting principles, and housing asset lifecycles.
• Up to date knowledge of financial reporting standards, compliance regulatory requirements.
• Right to Work in the UK - visa sponsorship is not available.
• A standard DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check will be required for the successful candidate as part of the pre-employment process.

All colleagues are expected to demonstrate The Incommunities Way in everything they do: making things easy, doing what we say we will do, and showing that we care. It starts with me.

Benefits:

• Salary from £41,562 up to £46,202 depending on experience (Pay Award due in April).
• Social Housing Pension Scheme with up to 10% employer contribution.
• 28 days annual leave that increases with service plus bank holidays.
• Option to buy and sell annual leave.
• Training, development, and qualification opportunities.
• Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers).
• Corporate health scheme membership.
• Hybrid working with free parking onsite.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Local gym membership discounts.
• A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support.

Join Our Team: We are looking for great people to join us. At Incommunities, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and supported. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences—because we know that diverse perspectives make us stronger. Based in Bradford, a city known for its rich cultural diversity, we serve vibrant communities. As a social housing provider, we are passionate about making a real difference by providing safe, affordable homes and improving lives.

Our recruitment process is designed to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments or assistance, just let us know. We are proud to be a Mindful Employer, committed to mental health and wellbeing. We also hold the 'Committed' Menopause Friendly Accreditation, recognising the importance of support in the workplace.

Apply early: We review applications as they come in and may close the advert before the deadline. Ready to make an impact? Come work with us.