Assistant Management Accountant

Platform Housing Group; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative social housing group is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join their dynamic Finance Business Partnering team. This role offers the chance to make a real impact by providing insightful analysis and supporting decision-making across the organization. As part of a forward-thinking team, you'll take ownership of reporting, collaborate with various departments, and contribute to business improvement initiatives. Enjoy the flexibility of primarily home-based work while being part of a supportive environment that values professional development and community impact.

Benefits

Up to 28 days annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Medicash membership

Health Cash Plan

Pension scheme with contributions

Employee reward and recognition schemes

Wellbeing resources

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting within a large, complex organization.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide meaningful insight and analysis for decision-making.
• Report on specific cost centres and deliver variance analysis.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Customer Service

Digital Technology in Finance

Education

AAT Level 4

Job description

The Vacancy

Are you a finance professional who's ready to make a difference?

We're looking for someone like you to join our vibrant, supportive Finance Business Partnering team as an Assistant Management Accountant.

This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to transform our finance function. We're evolving to make it more forward-thinking, efficient, and aligned with our vision of creating homes people are proud of and places where communities can thrive.

In this role, you'll be a trusted partner to the business. You'll work closely with the Finance Business Partner to provide meaningful insight and analysis that supports decision-making across the organization. You'll take ownership of reporting for specific cost centres, deliver clear variance analysis, and build strong relationships with budget holders, helping them make informed, confident choices.

If you're proactive, analytical, and enjoy using your initiative to improve processes, this may be the role for you! You'll collaborate with various teams and contribute to business improvement and change initiatives.

Some requirements from you:

• AAT Level 4 (or equivalent), with evidence of continued professional development (CPD)
• Experience in accounting within a large, complex organization with significant budgets
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
• Experience of providing accounting information to challenging deadlines
• Experience interpreting information, researching, analyzing complex data, appraising performance, and managing risk
• Experience delivering excellent customer-driven service
• Experience using digital technology within a finance environment
• A proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced and changing environment

Additional information:

This role is primarily home-based, but occasional travel to Group offices and other locations may be required. Our offices are located at Birmingham Business Park Solihull and Central Park, Worcester.

Benefits include:

• Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to buy or sell leave
• Family-friendly policies and learning opportunities
• Medicash membership including access to employee assistance, discounted gym memberships, and exclusive discounts
• Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 per annum, covering dental, optical, physio, and therapies
• Pension scheme with contributions up to 12% from Platform and minimum 3% from the employee
• Employee reward and recognition schemes, wellbeing resources, and retail discounts

How to apply:

If you're ready to advance your career with a dynamic social housing group, click "apply now" to submit your CV via our online application. For more details, refer to the job description or contact Catherine Rawlins at [e-mail].

Interviews:

Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. Early applications are encouraged, as the vacancy may close before the deadline.

The Company

Join us and find your purpose at Platform!

We are more than just a housing provider; we build homes, foster strong communities, and impact lives positively. We value individual needs and offer flexible working options. This is an exciting time to join a modern housing association aligned with our 5-year corporate strategy.

We encourage early applications to avoid missing out, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, and opportunity-rich environment for all employees.