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For Companies Title: Treasury Accountant
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £57,094 per annum
Grade: 10
Reporting Office: London, Stratford
Working Location: London, Stratford
Persona: Agile
Closing Date: 24th April 2026
Interview Dates: 4th May 2026
Benefits include:
- Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution)
- 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays
- Westfield Health Cash Plan
- non-contributory life assurance
- up to 21 hours volunteering paid days
- lifestyle benefits
- Employee Assistance Programme
- many more
Why this role matters
Our ability to invest in our existing homes and to deliver new affordable homes depends on robust financial reporting and compliance. This role ensures transparency, accuracy, and efficiency in Treasury accounting at L&Q.
Where you fit in
You’ll report to the Treasury Manager (Operations) and work in a matrix reporting structure with the wider Treasury team, collaborating across Finance and with internal and external stakeholders to deliver L&Q’s strategic objectives.
Your impact in the role
Main Duties
- Lead on Treasury accounting aspects of reporting cycles, including statutory accounts and regulatory reporting.
- Project manage audits of debt instruments and programmes, coordinating information and obtaining appropriate approvals.
- Provide technical accounting advice on new Treasury products and transactions.
- Support budgeting and forecasting, including preparing journals, variance analysis and commentary.
- Maintain audit‑ready records and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
Key relationships
- Internal: Finance colleagues and wider Group stakeholders.
- External: Lenders, Auditors and other professional advisors.
What you’ll bring
Essential
- ACCA (or equivalent) Qualified Accountant or Finalist (registered and expected to complete finals within 6 months).
- Practical experience in Treasury accounting, management reporting, and year‑end audits.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with commercial acumen.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to tight deadlines.
- Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Treasury and Finance systems.
Desirable
- Experience in a property business or housing association environment.
- Familiarity with Salmon and Unit4 systems.
- Experience in coaching and providing training.
We look forward to reviewing your application, and hearing about the genuine experiences and skills you could bring to our organisation. L&Q reserve the right to not accept statements that exceed 500 words.
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Contact Detail:
London & Quadrant Housing Trust Recruiting Team
How to prepare for a job interview at London & Quadrant Housing Trust
✨Know Your Numbers
As a Treasury Accountant, you'll need to demonstrate your strong numerical and analytical skills. Brush up on key financial metrics and be ready to discuss how you've used these in past roles. Prepare examples of how you've managed budgets or conducted variance analysis.
✨Familiarise with Relevant Regulations
Understanding the regulatory environment is crucial for this role. Make sure you’re up to date with accounting standards and compliance requirements relevant to Treasury accounting. This will show that you’re not just qualified but also proactive about staying informed.
✨Showcase Your Communication Skills
You'll be working with various stakeholders, so it's important to highlight your communication and influencing skills. Prepare to discuss situations where you've successfully collaborated with finance colleagues or external auditors, and how you navigated any challenges.
✨Excel at Excel
Since advanced Excel skills are essential, be prepared to talk about specific functions or tools you’ve used in your previous roles. If possible, practice some common Excel tasks beforehand, as you might be asked to demonstrate your proficiency during the interview.