Finance Manager

Fawkes & Reece; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Manager for social housing in Essex. The role involves managing financial operations, forecasting budgets, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and the ability to supervise a team. This full-time position offers an annual salary between £45K and £50K. Office-based, this role requires a commitment to high standards in financial reporting and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing financial operations, preferably in social housing or similar sectors.
• Strong analytical skills to support strategic decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee day-to-day financial operations.
• Prepare and present detailed financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial Reporting

Data Analysis

Team Supervision

Process Improvement

Job description

Job Description

Finance Manager - Social Housing

Permanent, Full-Time basis

Based in Essex

Office based, 5 days per week

Between £45K - £50K Annual Salary

Job Description :

• Manage and oversee day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Prepare and present detailed financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Analyse financial data to support strategic decision-making.
• Supervise and guide the accounting team to maintain high performance.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimise cost control and profitability.
• Drive process improvements within the finance function
• Production of high-quality management accounts with commentary
• Preparation of statutory information and reporting to relevant standards
• Play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of a range of ongoing accounting projects
• Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, suppliers and customers
• Assist with year-end and audit procedures