Capital Accounts Finance Officer

Places for People; Clayton Green; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Social Enterprise, Places for People is looking for a finance professional to manage fixed asset and stock records. The role includes accounting for property sales and development income while ensuring compliance with financial policies. With a focus on community, the company offers a supportive environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Pension with matched contributions up to 7%

Up to 35 days annual leave

Cashback plan for healthcare costs

Discounts and offers from shops and cinemas

Qualifications

• Experience with fixed assets and property development preferred.
• Familiarity with financial policies and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of fixed asset and stock records.
• Manage accounting for property sales and development income.
• Prepare journals and reconciliations, supporting audits.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Relationship building

Financial policy knowledge

Job description

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.

So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!

More about your role

In this role, you'll ensure the accuracy of the Group's fixed asset and stock records, correctly coding income and expenditure across tenure initiatives. You'll manage accounting for property sales, development income, and grant recording, as well as disposals like staircasing and equity redemptions. You'll process capital purchase requisitions promptly and advise budget holders and project teams on procedures. You'll maintain accounting systems to keep financial reporting current, prepare journals and reconciliations, support audits with accurate information, and ensure compliance with policies related to land and property acquisition.

Please be advised this is a 12 month FTC.

Essential Criteria

• Comfortable and proficient in using Excel spreadsheets and similar software tools.
• Knowledgeable in applying financial policies and procedures effectively.
• Skilled at building and maintaining positive working relationships across all levels within the Group and with key external partners.

More about you

You're fully committed to delivering excellent customer service and work meticulously in diverse environments, managing multiple deadlines with accuracy. You're comfortable using Excel and familiar with financial policies and procedures. You build strong relationships across all levels and with external partners, and you bring practical, flexible problem-solving skills. Ideally, you also have experience with fixed assets and property development, a basic understanding of relevant taxation, and a track record of improving financial controls.

The Benefits

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leave
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more