Job Introduction
As a not-for-profit housing organisation providing more affordable homes for Londoners, we’re on a mission to work better together for our residents and make London home for those who live in our capital, whatever their personal circumstances.
We’re looking for a head of financial accounting and control to lead a new team in our refreshed finance directorate, leading on the delivery of quality and timely external financial reporting you, will orchestrate an environment of robust financial control and provide
The ideal candidate
You’ll be a capable strategic thinker, with the ability to analyse complex data, review alternative solutions, and reach speedy, well-informed decisions as well as a confident and experienced role model and leader, reflecting our organisational values.
In addition, you’ll be an excellent communicator and influencer, able to manage complex dynamics at all levels of our organisation and with external stakeholders.
Most importantly, you’ll be someone who genuinely puts customers first, has a passion for our vision and mission and makes our values visible every working day.
In addition, you’ll need:
A CCAB recognised accounting qualification with supporting CPD
In-depth knowledge of regulatory financial returns and filings, including FVA and Companies House, with a record of timely and accurate submissions
Extensive experience in leading and managing interim and year-end audits, coordinating effectively with auditors.
The ability to provide expert technical accounting advice to different parts of the business, serving as a point of authority on complex accounting matters
High skills in developing and overseeing internal controls (including finance systems), financial policies, and compliance mechanisms, with the ability to update these in line with evolving organisational needs and external regulations
What’s in it for me?
Our basic salaries are very competitive and, for pensions, we will contribute up to 10.8% of earnings alongside your contributions of up to 9.2%, which means that a maximum of 20% of earnings is put aside each month as total pension contributions.
We also provide a wide range of additional benefits and several ways to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, including 25+ days' annual leave allowance plus time off for our office Christmas closure, flexible working opportunities and an independent employee assistance programme.
With us, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and develop your career and be part of hugely diverse workforce and. Nearly 70% of our colleagues are from an ethnically diverse background, and we’re also a Stonewall diversity champion and a Disability Confident employer.
We value and respect difference and are committed to building an inclusive culture by creating an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work. We support flexible working arrangements that foster collaboration, combined with the power of in-person interactions. Our optimal balance of at least three days a week in the office or with customers for all colleagues ensures we're at our prime, crafting exceptional customer experiences and achieving outstanding business outcomes. Some roles lend themselves to flexible options more than others and we are open to discussing agile working opportunities during the hiring process.
How to apply/selection process
Step 1 – Send your application now
Step 2 – Successful candidates will be selected for an interview and technical assessment
Step 3 – Final round of interviews
Application Deadline: 2nd June 2024
Interviews : w/c 10 June 2024
Please review the attached role profiles for more information.
