Job Title : Finance Manager (Serving the veteran community)
Reporting to : CEO
Responsible for : Administrator
Work Location : Cosham, Portsmouth
We are a small housing association focused on the needs of the over 60yrs Veteran community. Our six Courts, 241 homes in total, are set in attractive gardens which capture some of the vision, belief and care our military predecessors had for the value and quality they wished to deliver to our veteran community. Further information can be found at
www.agamemnon.org.uk What you take care of: As part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health and governance of the Association. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include overseeing all finance disciplines to ensure accurate and timely reporting of all financial information, preparing management accounts, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and governance. You will also be responsible for producing internal, external, and board reporting, reviewing spending against budgets, and implementing process improvements. You will be directly responsible for a small finance/support team. Your ability to work independently as well as part of a team will be key to your success in this role, duties typically include: Support the management and review of all policies to ensure compliance in good fiscal governance. Have oversight of all internal control measures ensuring they are fit for purpose. Business continuity planning ensuring all processes are documented. Set yearly rent and service charges in line with legislation. Prepare and manage annual budgets. Review spending against budgets, identifying overspend and advising on corrective actions. Create quarterly latest estimates. Prepare the monthly finance pack with supporting commentary and analysis. Manage and report cash flow, supporting the team to ensure a continuously healthy cash position. Manage payroll, P11D, and pensions for the Association's employees. Ownership of month-end and year-end journals, processing, and timetable. Model long-term financial planning. Proactively identify and implement process and reporting improvements across the Association. Liaise with external accountants/auditors at year-end to support with providing necessary information for completion of year-end accounts. Provide ad hoc reporting as necessary. To carry out agreed tasks in a manner that respects the rights, wishes & dignity of tenants whilst promoting their wellbeing and safety. What you need to be successful: The ideal candidate for this Finance Manager position brings a wealth of experience from previous roles in social housing finance or accounting. You are part qualified ACA/CIMA/ACCA. Your proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, coupled with your experience in SAGE Accounting software sets you apart. Your attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team make you an ideal fit for this role. Additional requirements are: ACA/CIMA/ACCA part qualified OR strong QBE with SME experience. Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a finance or accounting role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel. Experience in Brixx / SAGE Accounting Software (preferred). What you are known for: Excellent written and verbal communication skills A positive, upbeat attitude that wins smiles Excellent organizational ability Punctual and meeting deadlines. Experience in a similar role. Being a great team player and the ability to take ownership for solving problems within your own area of responsibility. Flexible and adjusts to highs and lows of workloads and can cover for colleagues when needed. Committed to producing good results in day-to-day tasks. What you can expect: Great training & support to learn new skills and expertise that will set you apart. Encouragement to try new approaches and new ways of getting things done. With talented and ambitious colleagues who thrive on collaboration. Interviews will be carried out on the 14th & 15th of January 2025 Job Type:
Permanent, Part-time 22.5hrs Pay : £30,000 per year or FTE £50,000 per year Schedule : Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate : Cosham Licence/Certification : Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location : In person / home working Application deadline : 06/01/25 Reference ID : AHA/FM If you would like to discuss further, do not hesitate to contact Carl Dixon on 07510 9272 208 Experience: Accounting: 3 years (required) Microsoft Excel: 3 years (required) Microsoft Office: 3 years (required) Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Portsmouth Application deadline:
06/01/2025
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www.agamemnon.org.uk What you take care of: As part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health and governance of the Association. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include overseeing all finance disciplines to ensure accurate and timely reporting of all financial information, preparing management accounts, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and governance. You will also be responsible for producing internal, external, and board reporting, reviewing spending against budgets, and implementing process improvements. You will be directly responsible for a small finance/support team. Your ability to work independently as well as part of a team will be key to your success in this role, duties typically include: Support the management and review of all policies to ensure compliance in good fiscal governance. Have oversight of all internal control measures ensuring they are fit for purpose. Business continuity planning ensuring all processes are documented. Set yearly rent and service charges in line with legislation. Prepare and manage annual budgets. Review spending against budgets, identifying overspend and advising on corrective actions. Create quarterly latest estimates. Prepare the monthly finance pack with supporting commentary and analysis. Manage and report cash flow, supporting the team to ensure a continuously healthy cash position. Manage payroll, P11D, and pensions for the Association's employees. Ownership of month-end and year-end journals, processing, and timetable. Model long-term financial planning. Proactively identify and implement process and reporting improvements across the Association. Liaise with external accountants/auditors at year-end to support with providing necessary information for completion of year-end accounts. Provide ad hoc reporting as necessary. To carry out agreed tasks in a manner that respects the rights, wishes & dignity of tenants whilst promoting their wellbeing and safety. What you need to be successful: The ideal candidate for this Finance Manager position brings a wealth of experience from previous roles in social housing finance or accounting. You are part qualified ACA/CIMA/ACCA. Your proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, coupled with your experience in SAGE Accounting software sets you apart. Your attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team make you an ideal fit for this role. Additional requirements are: ACA/CIMA/ACCA part qualified OR strong QBE with SME experience. Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a finance or accounting role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel. Experience in Brixx / SAGE Accounting Software (preferred). What you are known for: Excellent written and verbal communication skills A positive, upbeat attitude that wins smiles Excellent organizational ability Punctual and meeting deadlines. Experience in a similar role. Being a great team player and the ability to take ownership for solving problems within your own area of responsibility. Flexible and adjusts to highs and lows of workloads and can cover for colleagues when needed. Committed to producing good results in day-to-day tasks. What you can expect: Great training & support to learn new skills and expertise that will set you apart. Encouragement to try new approaches and new ways of getting things done. With talented and ambitious colleagues who thrive on collaboration. Interviews will be carried out on the 14th & 15th of January 2025 Job Type:
Permanent, Part-time 22.5hrs Pay : £30,000 per year or FTE £50,000 per year Schedule : Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate : Cosham Licence/Certification : Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location : In person / home working Application deadline : 06/01/25 Reference ID : AHA/FM If you would like to discuss further, do not hesitate to contact Carl Dixon on 07510 9272 208 Experience: Accounting: 3 years (required) Microsoft Excel: 3 years (required) Microsoft Office: 3 years (required) Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Portsmouth Application deadline:
06/01/2025
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