At a Glance
- Tasks: Support finance functions in a growing social housing platform with diverse responsibilities.
- Company: Join a well-funded, entrepreneurial business making a real impact in social housing.
- Benefits: Opportunity for career growth, exposure to senior leadership, and a broad role.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting stage of growth in a socially impactful sector.
- Qualifications: Part-qualified accountant or experienced candidates with a strong housing background.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
OUR CLIENT, a registered provider for social housing backed by a highly successful privately owned property and investment group is looking to appoint an experienced accountant to join its expanding finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-funded, entrepreneurial business at an exciting stage of growth. The platform already has an established housing portfolio and ambitious plans to grow significantly through acquisitions, making this a broad and high-impact role for a commercially minded finance professional.
THE ROLE: Working closely with the financial controller, the Accountant - Social Housing Platform role will support the finance function across a growing social housing and residential property portfolio. The role combines management reporting, budgeting, ad-hoc projects and managing agent oversight, alongside exposure to portfolio integration and acquisition-related work.
Key Responsibilities for the Accountant - Social Housing Platform role will include:
- Preparation of monthly management accounts and reporting packs.
- Assisting with statutory accounts, year-end reporting and audit support.
- Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting.
- Reviewing and reconciling managing agent statements and property transactions.
- Monitoring portfolio activity and ensuring accurate accounting treatment.
- Preparing VAT returns and supporting routine finance compliance.
- Supporting board reporting, quarterly returns and regulatory submissions.
- Assisting with forecasting, stress testing and business planning.
- Supporting the integration of newly acquired housing portfolios.
- Liaising with managing agents, stakeholders and external advisers.
Candidate Requirements for the Accountant - Social Housing Platform Role:
- ACA / ACCA / CIMA part-qualified / studying - although qualified by experience candidates will also be considered with strong housing background.
- Experience in management accounts, financial reporting and core finance processes.
- Prior or current Property / real estate / residential sector experience.
- Social housing or housing regulation exposure would be beneficial but is not essential.
- Practice-trained candidates with relevant sector exposure will also be considered.
- Strong Excel, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
- Comfortable working in a broad, hands-on role within a growing business.
Why Apply?
- Join a growing social housing platform with strong long-term backing.
- Broad role spanning BAU finance, reporting and strategic growth activity.
- High visibility role with exposure to senior leadership.
- Genuine opportunity to develop with the business as the platform expands.
Accountant Real Estate, Social Housing Platform employer: Trident International Associates
Join a dynamic and entrepreneurial residential platform that is not only well-funded but also committed to making a significant impact in the social housing sector. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership while engaging in a broad range of finance activities that support the company's ambitious expansion plans. The collaborative work culture fosters innovation and offers a unique chance to develop your career in a meaningful way within a growing business.
Contact Details:
Trident International Associates Recruitment Team
