Senior FP&A Accountant

Group Support Services; Preston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a commercially minded Accountant to support financial and operational performance. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with finance leaders, contributing to financial models and reports that drive key business decisions. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants who thrive in collaborative environments and possess advanced Excel skills. Join a dynamic team that values growth and community spirit while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that promotes work-life balance and professional development.

Benefits

Excellent holiday and rewards

Pension with matched contributions

Training opportunities

Discounts and offers from various shops

Qualifications

• Enjoys a role combining daily reporting and project work.
• Experience in a large, matrixed organization is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to financial models assessing key performance metrics.
• Present financial performance reports and advise on project returns.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder Management

Financial Modeling

Analytical Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/FCA/ACCA/CA/IMA)

Job description

About Places for People

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! If you resonate with our values, we encourage you to apply—you might be just who we're looking for. While experience and a proven track record are valuable, we prioritize candidates who embody our People Promises: doing the right thing, enthusiasm, motivation to grow, community spirit, respect, and a passion for their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we are committed to creating inclusive and thriving communities for our customers and employees.

Join a community that cares about you!

More about your role

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded Accountant (fully qualified or capable through experience) seeking an analytical role supporting financial and operational performance. You will provide comprehensive planning and budgeting services for our organization.

You will work closely with the Head of Finance and Finance Director of Developments to offer commercial support on various development and business decisions by:

1. Contributing to the development and maintenance of financial models to assess key performance metrics of Group investment and development decisions, including impacts on cash flow, borrowing, regulatory compliance, and financial statements.
2. Collaborating with Development and Group Finance teams, Development Managers, and Directors to understand project scopes, gather information, and challenge assumptions.
3. Presenting and explaining financial performance reports and advising on how to improve project returns while managing risks.

You will oversee, analyze, and evaluate project data to maximize cash flows and returns, supporting various scenarios and options with advanced models.

For more information, please download our detailed job profile available on our website.

More about you

We are seeking a qualified Accountant (/ACA/FCA/ACCA/CA/IMA). You should enjoy a role that combines daily reporting, project work, and collaboration with the Finance team. Being a natural multi-tasker is essential.

Advanced Excel skills are required, especially in complex spreadsheet modeling with large data sets. Experience in a large, matrixed organization, preferably within housebuilding, is preferred. Demonstrated process improvements that increased efficiency are highly valued. Good stakeholder management skills are also essential, as the role involves interaction across the wider business.

The benefits

We are a large, diverse, and ambitious organization offering job security and meaningful challenges. Our environment allows colleagues to flourish, thrive, and work within fantastic communities alongside inspirational colleagues and customers.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Excellent holiday and rewards
• Pension with matched contributions
• Training opportunities
• Perks such as discounts and offers from various shops, cinemas, and more

Locations include Preston, Chester, Crewe, Liverpool, Manchester, and Stoke.