Finance Business Partner (Asset Management)

Join our team as a Finance Business Partner! We are looking for a Finance Business Partner to manage the accurate accounting of Asset Management income and costs. In this role, you will provide financial support to the Asset Management team, help shape policy, assist budget holders in achieving value for money, and promote corporate objectives and values.

Offered on a 12-month fixed-term basis to cover an internal secondment, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of our growing Asset Management team. You will play a key role in supporting our reinvestment programmes and contributing to our mission of investing in people and places to build a stronger, more sustainable future.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Support budget holders in preparing asset management budgets and monthly financial forecasts.
• Deliver on the monthly and quarterly management accounts information for asset management items including variance notes for the Group.
• Provide a financial service for all asset management items for all tenures.
• Provide leadership, direction, coaching, management and support to direct reports and their teams, to effectively deliver their team objectives and to develop their potential.

Some of the things we are looking for:

• Qualified or Part Qualified Accountant with demonstrable accounting experience within a large complex organisation with substantial budgets.
• Experience of working in a business partnering role with strong communications skills and the ability to collaborate with senior budget holders and non-finance colleagues to achieve results.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills and experience of interpreting information, carrying out research, analysing complex data, appraising performance and understanding and managing risk and compliance matters.
• Experience within a Housing/Construction/Property related business would be considered desirable.

While this role is home based, you should have the ability to travel to Group offices and other locations as required. Our Group offices are based in Central Park, Worcester and Birmingham Business Park, Solihull.

Some of the great benefits we can offer you:

• Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave.
• Family friendly policies including generous Paternity, Maternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave plus 3 days paid Urgent Domestic Leave.
• Medicash membership for all employees which includes access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and exclusive discounts.
• Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio and complementary therapies and more.
• Pension scheme with minimum employee contributions of up to 3% and Platform will contribute up to 12% (inclusive of life assurance and dependent on employee contributions).
• Learning and Development opportunities.
• Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discount from a wide range of retailers.

How to apply: If this sounds like the role for you, please click "Apply Now" to complete a short online application and upload your current CV. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may close the vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date.

For further information on the role please view the attached Job Description. If you would like to arrange an informal chat, please feel free to contact Liz Richards (Head of Finance Business Partnering) at.

Interviews: We plan to conduct interviews for this role via Microsoft Teams from 11th April. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to schedule a convenient time.

The Company: Join us and find your purpose at Platform! Working with us is more than just a job, you will be joining an amazing organisation that values you and your contribution, and where you can truly make a difference and change people's lives. You will join the largest social housing association in the Midlands. We are much more than just houses; we build homes, strong communities, and make a real and positive difference to the lives of our customers.

We recognise the unique and individual needs of people, so if you are interested in this role but would like to explore a different way of working to the standard Monday to Friday, 9-5 approach, then please highlight this on your application or discuss it with us at the interview stage. After all, we want to attract the best people to work for us and we know that one size does not fit all.

Platform is a great place to work, we offer lots of opportunities for you to get involved, share ideas and shape what we do - from networking groups through to fun community and social events. This is an exciting time to join us, that will provide you with real exposure to the wider dynamics of a truly modern housing association that will play a major part in delivering our 5-year corporate strategy.

If we receive a high number of applications, this vacancy may expire prior to the closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Platform Housing Group are committed to building a healthy, vibrant and inclusive organisation that treats people with respect and creates opportunities for all.

Why Work Here? Benefits: Great opportunities for further development and training. Up to 28 days holiday plus bank holidays. Workplace pension with employer contributions of up to 12%. Company van and uniform depending on role. Flexible working arrangements with remote working widely available. iPad and mobile phone depending on role.

Our Values: People Matter We put colleagues and customers at the heart of all we do. Valuing difference, we are free to challenge each other and are open and honest in our relationships. Own It We say what we will do and then we do it. We listen, understand and are empowered to make decisions. We look for our own ways to learn and adapt and focus on what we can do. One Team We are connected, collaborative and in it together. We want everyone to reach their potential and be the best they can be. We actively support each other to make this happen. Be Brave We are curious and courageous. We look for better ways to do things, are comfortable trying them and learn quickly. We are not afraid to stand out from the rest and celebrate our successes.