Senior Finance Partner - Service Charges

Anchor Hanover; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in caring services is seeking a Senior Finance Partner on a 12-month fixed-term contract in Bradford. This role will provide strategic financial support to Housing services, focusing on service charges and leading a finance team. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £58,000 and the opportunity to make significant contributions in a fast-paced, purpose-driven organization.

Benefits

Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts

Mental health support

Flexible working options

Access to online GP appointments

Pension plan with matching contributions

Discounts on shopping and technology

Qualifications

• Proven track record in line management of a large finance team.
• Strong knowledge of service charges or similar industry experience.
• 2-3 years post-qualification experience (PQE) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Directors and Heads of Services for financial data.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor performance.

Skills

Service Charge Expertise

Team Leadership

Financial Reporting

Budgeting & Forecasting

Stakeholder Management

Problem-solving

Education

ACCA/CIMA qualification

Tools

Agresso

Hyperion

Northgate

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Senior Finance Partner - Service Charges, Bradford

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Anchor Hanover

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Bradford, United Kingdom

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Finance Partner – Service Charges (12-Month Fixed Term Contract)

Location: Hybrid – Bradford office/ Home working
Salary : Up to £58,000 per annum, depending on experience
Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract
Reports to: Head of Finance – Housing & Property

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Finance Partner to join our Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a key role and will focus on providing strategic financial support to our Housing services, with a particular emphasis on service charges. You will lead a large finance team, drive financial control, and partner with senior stakeholders to deliver value-adding insights that support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with Directors and Heads of Services to provide insightful financial data, supporting decision-making and business plan delivery.

Service Charge Expertise: Act as the subject matter expert on service charges, ensuring accurate financial management and compliance with relevant regulations.

Team Leadership: Manage and motivate a large finance team, fostering engagement, development, and high performance to meet service level agreements (SLAs).

Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and detailed forecasting for income, expenditure, and capital projects.

Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor performance against budget, identifying and reporting variances.

Project Leadership: Drive service-specific projects, including system development, integration, transformation, and procurement initiatives.

Governance & Control: Maintain robust financial controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and legislation.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven track record in line management of a large finance team, with a focus on engagement, development, and succession planning.
• Strong knowledge of service charges or transferable experience from a similar industry.
• ACCA/CIMA qualified with 2-3 years post-qualification experience (PQE), or qualified by relevant experience in service-specific provision.
• Expertise in management accounting, financial control, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Excellent IT skills, with experience in accounting systems (e.g., Agresso, Hyperion, Northgate advantageous).
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Proactive problem-solver with attention to detail and the ability to navigate ambiguity in project settings.
• Familiarity with housing or property sector regulations and financial practices.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, purpose-driven organisation. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, lead a talented team, and contribute to transformative projects that drive performance and growth. With a competitive salary of up to £58,000, this role offers the chance to showcase your expertise in service charges and financial leadership.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Anchor – a great place to work

Anchor is England’s largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.

We’re not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.

A rewarding environment

From health and happiness to finance and your career, we’ll give you all the support you need.

Health & happiness

• Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts
• Mental health support
• Flexible working options
• Access to online GP appointments

Finance

• Pension plan – contribute between 4% and 8% and we’ll match it or better
• Quick and easy pension transfer service
• Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance
• Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more
• Ongoing personal and professional development programme
• Leadership Pathways online learning resources
• Career progression and promotion opportunities