At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead finance and IT projects, shaping financial strategy and governance.
- Company: Community-focused housing association in the wider Glasgow area.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, generous leave, and pension scheme.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to community improvement and digital transformation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a progressive organisation while leading a talented team.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant with strong finance and leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 73556 - 78844 £ per year.
A community-focused housing association in the wider Glasgow area is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Finance and IT to join their Senior Leadership Team. This is a senior finance leadership role with oversight of IT projects and digital transformation. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy, governance, and IT project oversight for the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for a fully qualified accountant to lead a capable Finance team, oversee IT projects, and contribute to the strategic direction of a progressive and adaptable organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Finance function, ensuring strong financial controls, compliance, and governance.
- Oversee the IT function, providing leadership and project governance for IT and digital transformation initiatives.
- Work closely with the Chief Executive and Senior Leadership Team to provide financial advice and contribute to organisational strategy.
- Oversee the preparation of management accounts, statutory accounts, and audit processes.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
- Support governance, risk management, and compliance activities.
- Present financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues, senior leaders, and the Management Committee.
- Manage and develop the Finance Officer and IT Manager, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
- Support the implementation of the organisation's digital road map, including housing management system reviews and other IT projects.
- Lead value-for-money initiatives and support the delivery of efficient and effective services.
About You
We are looking for a candidate who is technically strong, people-focused, and passionate about making a difference in a values-led organisation. You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, ICAEW, or CIPFA) with a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
Essential Requirements:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, ICAEW, or CIPFA).
- Strong senior finance experience, including statutory accounting, audit, and management accounts.
- Proven ability to lead and develop a team, with strong people management skills.
- Experience presenting financial information to Boards, Committees, or senior leadership teams.
- Ability to balance operational finance delivery with strategic leadership.
- Comfortable overseeing IT projects and supporting digital transformation (technical IT expertise is not required).
Desirable Requirements:
- Experience in housing associations, charity, public sector, or other regulated environments.
- Governance experience, including working with Boards, Committees, or Trustees.
- Project management experience, particularly in systems implementation or digital transformation.
- Knowledge of housing management systems such as QL, HomeMaster, or Rubix.
- Treasury management experience.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: £73,556 to £78,844 (EVH Grade 9 SM 11-14).
- Genuine hybrid working and flexibility, with a minimum of two office days per week.
- 25 days annual leave plus 13 public holidays.
- Scottish Housing Associations' Pension Scheme with competitive contribution options.
- Employee Assistance Programme and pension salary sacrifice.
- Opportunity to shape digital transformation and influence value-for-money strategies.
- A supportive and collaborative Senior Leadership Team.
- A meaningful role in a community-focused housing association with a progressive and adaptable culture.
About the Organisation
This housing association is a community-focused organisation in the wider Glasgow area. They are committed to providing high-quality housing and services to their tenants and communities. The team values openness, accountability, equality, and continuous improvement.
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