Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Management Accountant for our client a housing association based in Nottingham.

The successful post holder will provide an effective and responsive financial management service to Senior Management and budget-holders of the organisation and its associated entities.

This role is a temporary contract initially for 3 months with the possibility to extend. This role is hybrid working with 2 days remote, 3 days in the office per week.

Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Assist in the preparation of statutory, statistical, and other financial returns, including revenue, fixed assets, development and balance sheet budgets, business plans, and forecasts.
• Ensure all statutory returns relating to members of the organisation and associated charities are submitted accurately and within required deadlines.
• Support budget holders and Senior Management with the effective management and monitoring of budgets, identifying variances and recommending corrective action where required.
• Oversee the preparation of budgets for charities and services supported by the organisation’s finance function.
• Provide financial input into business cases, service developments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the preparation of Annual Accounts and financial statements for the organisation and associated entities.
• Draft annual accounts and taxation returns for subsidiary companies and charitable entities.
• Produce accurate financial reports for Senior Management, Board members, and stakeholders in line with agreed timescales.
• Attend and represent the organisation at meetings with Trustees, residents, and other stakeholders where required.
• Promote and support a positive and inclusive working culture in line with organisational values and behaviours.
• Support the recruitment, induction, development, and performance management of colleagues.
• Assist with change management initiatives across teams and services.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, policies, and procedures at all times.

Personal Requirements:

• CIMA/ACCA finalist, part qualified, or degree qualified in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Substantial experience in the preparation and management of budgets, management accounts, and financial statements.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively to deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong IT skills including advanced use of MS Excel, databases, and computerised accounting systems.
• High level of numeracy, analytical, and literacy skills.
• Experience managing and supporting staff performance and development.
• Experience supporting change management within a team or business environment.
• Understanding of the needs of people from diverse social, cultural, and racial backgrounds.
• Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, inclusion, and organisational values.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to continuous professional development.

Working Hours: 35hrs / Monday - Friday

Pay: £28.10 per hr

Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.