Assistant Accountant

Anchor Hanover; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit care and housing provider in Bradford is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a hybrid role. You will provide essential financial support to housing services, prepare accounting entries, and support budget processes. Ideal candidates will have AAT qualifications, customer-focused finance experience, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and the chance to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts

Mental health support

Flexible working options

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-focused finance role, preferably in housing.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Willingness to travel occasionally across UK locations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post accounting entries including re-codes, accruals.
• Support the annual budgeting process and provide training to teams.
• Prepare balance sheet and account reconciliations.

Skills

Customer-focused finance experience

Strong understanding of service charge legislation

Advanced Excel and IT skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong attention to detail

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Role: Assistant Accountant

Location: Hybrid

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Salary: Up to £29,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Are you an organised, detail-focused finance professional eager to develop your career in a supportive and dynamic environment? We're looking for an Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team, providing essential accounting support to our rented and extra care housing services.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and post accounting entries including re-codes, re-charges, accruals, and pre-payments
• Review and report on service charge and revenue variances with insightful commentary
• Support the annual budgeting process, providing guidance and training to operational teams
• Provide first-line finance support and training to operational colleagues via various communication channels
• Prepare balance sheet and fund account reconciliations in line with deadlines
• Help operational managers develop financial management skills through proactive support and advice
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Work collaboratively with the wider finance team and contribute to continuous process improvements

What We're Looking For

• AAT qualification (or equivalent experience) or willingness to undertake study
• Experience in a customer-focused finance role, preferably within housing or a large multi-site organisation
• Strong understanding of service charge legislation and housing finance processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced Excel and IT skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Willingness to travel occasionally across UK locations

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a passionate, customer-focused finance team
• Opportunity to develop your skills and progress your career in a respected organisation
• Supportive working environment with flexible working options
• Make a real difference supporting retirement housing services
• Competitive salary and benefits

Anchor is England's largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.

We're not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.

Our values of being Accountable, Respectful, Courageous and Honest apply to us all, whether you manage colleagues as part of your role or not.

We offer a range of benefits, including gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts, mental health support, flexible working options, and pension plan. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do.

Anchor is a Gold Standard Inclusive Employer, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Menopause Friendly and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant, HouseProud Pledge and Age Friendly Employer Pledge schemes.