Group Financial Controller in Tewkesbury

Join a newly merged housing association that looks after over 300,000 customers. Bromford Flagship LiveWest (BFL) is a newly formed housing group, bringing together the two organisations to create one of the largest housing associations in England. Together, we own and manage homes for around 300,000 customers across east, central and southwest England and have a total turnover of over £1bn.

By coming together, we are unlocking over £3bn of additional financial capacity, enabling us to build thousands more affordable homes per year with a focus on social rents. We can invest more in existing homes and neighbourhoods and strengthen the services we provide to customers. While we operate as one group, our landlords continue to work locally, preserving strong local identities and relationships. This new chapter gives us the scale, strength and ambition to do more, supporting thriving communities today and building much needed new affordable homes for the future. You can be part of our new organisation, helping us to deliver on our promise.

Job Description

• Lead Group financial reporting and control. Provide strategic financial leadership across the Group, ensuring high standards of stewardship, transparency and insight through statutory accounts, regulatory reporting, the Group Annual Report and Accounts.
• Own year‑end and external audit. Take full responsibility for the year‑end accounting process, managing the relationship with external auditors and delivering a smooth, high‑quality timely audit through to Board approval.
• Oversee finance shared services. Maintain operational oversight of the finance shared service centre, ensuring strong controls, consistent delivery and high performance, delivering a high standard of customer service.
• Lead rent setting and service charges. Oversee rent setting and service charge processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance and value for money, while improving income recovery in a way that is fair and reasonable for customers.
• Support senior leadership and governance. Work closely with the CFO, CEO, Executive Team and Board, providing clear, insightful financial advice that supports confident decision‑making and long‑term sustainability.

The Successful Applicant

• Fully qualified finance professional. ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with significant post‑qualification experience in senior finance leadership roles.
• Strong technical and regulatory expertise. Deep experience of group‑level financial reporting, consolidated accounts and regulatory compliance within social housing or other regulated industries.
• Experienced leader of people and teams. Proven track record of building, developing and motivating high‑performing teams, creating a positive and accountable culture.
• Stakeholder management. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the confidence and clarity to influence senior leaders and explain complex financial matters simply.

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing organisation, help shape future ways of working, and play a meaningful role in delivering our long‑term purpose and success. We invest in homes and relationships so people can thrive. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from groups that have been historically underrepresented in our workforce, including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £135,000 to £150,000 GBP.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Comprehensive pension scheme.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact within the not-for-profit sector.

Closing date for the role is 2nd March 2026.