Head of Finance

Adecco Colombia S.A.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 82,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £91,500 p.a.

30-year financial plan involvement

Pension with up to 10% employer match

Annual leave 32 days + bank holidays

Private healthcare options

Job summary

Housing Northwest Ltd. is seeking a Head of Financial Reporting to lead the production of statutory accounts, oversee monthly reporting, and strengthen financial controls.

The role is based in Didsbury with hybrid working, requiring travel to Liverpool and Manchester weekly. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with significant experience in financial reporting, governance and systems improvement.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with extensive experience in financial reporting.
• Strong background in financial controls and compliance processes.
• Experience with finance systems and general ledger structures.
• Ability to influence business decisions through financial analysis and insight.
• Proven track record leading, motivating and developing high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of annual statutory accounts and ensure compliance with accounting and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a strong financial control environment to support audits and safeguard assets.
• Oversee monthly management accounts, reconciliations, and reporting processes for accuracy.
• Lead quarterly forecasting and support budgeting with clear financial insight.
• Contribute to development and delivery of the 30-year financial plan.
• Provide technical accounting guidance aligned with standards and best practice.
• Oversee tax compliance activities and coordinate with external advisers.
• Lead finance systems development, automation, controls and process improvement.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and deliver value for money.
• Lead, motivate and develop high-performing teams.

Skills

Financial reporting

Financial controls

Compliance processes

Finance systems

General ledger

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Communication & report writing

Value for money

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification

Job description

Head of Financial Reporting

Our housing client is seeking an experienced finance leader to join its Finance team as Head of Financial Reporting. Based in Didsbury with a hybrid working arrangement, the role supports a large housing organisation committed to delivering high-quality homes and services across the Northwest.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will lead the Financial Reporting and Finance Systems teams and play a central role in financial governance, statutory reporting, forecasting, tax compliance, and the ongoing improvement of finance systems. This position requires a qualified accountant with strong technical knowledge, proven leadership capability, and the ability to influence decisions through accurate financial insight.

The role also involves regular travel to offices in Liverpool and Manchester, typically on a weekly basis.

This role is FTC 9 months.

Benefits

• salary of £91,500 per annum, paid on an annual basis.
• Annual leave entitlement of 32 days plus bank holidays, totalling 40 paid days each year.
• Access to a holiday purchase scheme and service-related annual leave increases.
• Immediate pension enrolment with matched contributions up to 10 percent.
• Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies are included.
• Simply Health cash plan with optional family coverage and private healthcare benefits.
• Paid leave for sickness, maternity, paternity, and adoption absence.
• Access to the Learning for Life scheme with up to £150 annually.
• Access to discounts and cashback offers, including retail, automotive, holidays, and cycle‑to‑work savings.
• Support for career development through training and professional qualifications.

What You Will Do?

• Lead the production of annual statutory accounts and ensure compliance with accounting and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a strong financial control environment that supports audits and safeguards organizational assets.
• Oversee monthly management accounts, reconciliations, and financial reporting processes for accuracy and reliability.
• Lead quarterly forecasting and support annual budget‑setting processes with clear financial insight.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of the organization's 30‑year financial plan.
• Provide technical accounting guidance in line with current accounting standards and best practice.
• Oversee tax compliance activities and coordinate with external advisers to ensure timely submissions.
• Lead finance systems development, automation, controls, and continuous process improvement.
• Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and deliver value for money.
• Lead, motivate, and develop high‑performing teams aligned with organizational values.

Your Skills

• Fully qualified accountant status, with ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification required.
• Significant experience producing and interpreting high‑quality financial information.
• Strong background in financial reporting, financial controls, and compliance processes.
• Solid understanding of finance systems and general ledger structures.
• Proven ability to influence business decisions through financial analysis and insight.
• Experience building productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success leading, motivating, and developing high‑performing teams.
• Excellent communication and report‑writing skills for financial and non‑financial audiences.
• Good understanding of value for money principles in a business setting.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including intermediate‑level Excel capability.
• Experience in the housing sector or social housing environment is desirable.