Job Description

Due to the expansion of the finance team FCHO are looking to appoint several interesting positions, including a brand new Assistant Accountant role within the Development team. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone looking to grow within a company and contribute to a new area within the finance team.

Duties will include;

• Supporting the management of the budgeting process, ensuring all budgets are accounted for accurately and adequate controls and audit trails are in place
• Working with the Head of Finance to ensure that all departments are provided with timely information and programme manage the delivery of the financial accounts and the regulatory returns
• Liaison with service users and budget holders, advising managers and budget holders on budget planning, budget forecasting and monitoring
• Supporting the production of monthly management accounts to comply with FCHO financial policies
• Responsible for Business Partnering the Asset Team and Property Care team in annual budget setting as per FCHO policy

Person:
The successful finance business partner;

• Fully or part-qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or qualified by experience
• Budget setting and management accounting experience is essential
• Experience within housing would be preferred but is by no means essential
• Has the gravitas to build relationships with stakeholders across various teams
• Experience of using Open Accounts would be a benefit

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• FINANCE • MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT • DEVELOPMENT • ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT • ASSISTANT MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT • DEVELOPMENT ACCOUNTANT • HOUSING MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT • PART-QUALIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT • HOUSING ACCOUNTANT • HOUSING FINANCE