At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage budgets, provide financial advice, and lead a small team in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a supportive Housing Association based in Derbyshire with a focus on community impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, flexible hours, and competitive pay tailored to your experience.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth and professional development in a collaborative setting.
- Why this job: Make a difference in social housing while developing your accounting skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in Social Housing or Local Government is essential; CCAB or QBE preferred.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are currently partnering with a Housing Association based in Derbyshire, who are recruiting for a Management Accountant to join their team on a 12-month temporary basis. This is a full-time position covering maternity leave. The role can be available as a fixed term contract or a temporary contract with a daily rate. The daily rate/salary will be discussed on a case-by-case basis. Our client offers a 50/50 split for hybrid working; there may be some flexibility for the right candidate.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
- Providing budget training and financial advice to Service Managers
- Managing a team of three: one junior Accountant and two transactional staff
- Conducting monthly budget monitoring meetings with Service Managers ensuring budgets are maintained
- Assisting with the preparation of the annual Council Capital Investment programme
- Preparing annual budgets and annual forecasts in partnership with Service Managers and Head of Finance
- Processing monthly accounting journals in line with IFRS, including prepayments, accruals, referred revenue, accrued revenue, payroll etc.
- Preparing monthly P&L with detailed variance analysis bridging actuals against budgets/forecasts
- Supporting departments with VAT and ensuring compliance with HMRC and Partial Exemption legislation
- Producing quarterly VAT return for approval and subsequent submissions
- Analysing purchase transactions and ensuring correct treatment for Partial Exemption
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders; liaising with External Auditors
Experience required:
- Experience required in Social Housing/Local Government
- CCAB or QBE
Working hours: 37 hours per week Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm (flexible starts and finishes)
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
Contact Details:
James Andrew Recruitment Solutions (JAR Solutions) Recruitment Team
