Finance Business Partner (Customer Service)

Michael Page (UK); London; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused Housing Association in London is seeking a Finance Business Partner to enhance financial operations. This role involves providing financial insights, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will be CCAB qualified and have experience in the housing sector, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and leadership.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution

Private Healthcare

Company Shopping discount

Employee learning program

Flexible work environment with 2 days in the office

Qualifications

• CCAB qualified professional with strong financial management skills.
• Experience in a Housing Association is required.
• Proficient in relevant financial software.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial insights to the Customer Service department.
• Prepare financial reports and forecasts.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop budgets.

Skills

Financial management

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Fully CCAB qualified - ACA, ACCA, CIMA OR CIPFA

Tools

Orchard

SUN Accounts

Vision Excel/Q&A10/Vision Executive

Job description

Community-backed Housing Association

Opportunity to lead a Business Partnering function

About Our Client

Our client is a mid-sized, community-focused Housing Association based in London, committed to providing excellent customer service and improving the lives of their members.

Job Description

1. Provide financial insights and guidance to the Customer Service department
2. Prepare and present financial reports and forecasts
3. Implement financial management best practices
4. Use Orchard and SUN Accounts software for financial operations
5. Collaborate with other department heads to develop budgets
6. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards
7. Monitor financial performance and recommend improvements
8. Develop strategies to improve the financial health of the department

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate should have:

• Fully CCAB qualified – ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA
• Proficiency in Orchard, SUN Accounts, and Vision Excel/Q&A10/Vision Executive software
• Excellent financial management and analytical skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and provide leadership
• Experience working in a Housing Association is required

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £58,000 to £63,000
• A generous pension contribution
• Private Healthcare
• Company shopping discount
• Employee learning program
• A flexible work environment with 2 days in the office