Assistant Management Accountant

Recruiter
Pobl Group
Location
Swansea, UK
Salary
Competitive salary
Posted
16 Nov 2019
Closes
23 Nov 2019
Ref
1340107953
We are a Group of companies providing housing and support that makes a real difference to peoples lives.

Pobl Group is the parent Company and provides all the corporate services required for each of the Group companies. This ranges from Finance, Human Resources, IT and Facilities Management to Communications & Marketing and Sales.

The main purpose of this post is to assist the business partner and management accountants with the financial reporting of all areas within the Homes and Communities division, in line with the departments operational plan. The role will involve working closely with other members of the finance team and ensuring the supply of accurate and timely information.

This is a fixed term position for 37 hours per week for 12 months.

The role is based in Swansea but occasional travel to Newport is required.

What will you do?

Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including income and expenditure accounts, variance analysis and supporting commentary for schemes and areas within the relevant division.

Review and report on rolling forecasts and assist with the annual budget preparation for areas within the division

Support and guide operational teams and budget holders in developing their financial awareness.

Advise schemes and projects on the application of finance procedures and regulations as appropriate.

To process and supply KPI information for budget holders and senior staff on areas affecting performance.

Assist operational personnel within the Group with the completion of external return paperwork relating to finance information.

To provide ad-hoc reports as requested by management across the Group in relation to financial performance.

Assist in the annual audit process, providing any supporting information as required.

Undertake reconciliations (including balance sheet reconciliations) and ensure compliance with financial controls within the finance accounting systems

To communicate where necessary with third parties relating to schemes / projects on information requests in a timely and effective manner.

Provide cover for other Assistant Management Accountants within the finance team.

Assist with any other "ad hoc" financial reporting exercises in line with the level of the role and responsibilities.

Who are we looking for? (For more detail see the Job Description)

We are looking for an individual with at least two years relevant experience, ideally within the Homes & Communities sector. You will need experience in the preparation of management accounts and manual reconciliations. It is preferable if candidates are AAT qualified or studying towards the qualification but not essential.

You will need to demonstrate excellent numeracy and literacy skills with attention to detail and be able to manage competing priorities whilst working under pressure. We are looking for a self-starter with drive to challenge and improve processes, to ensure efficiency and best practice.

Whats in it for you?

Pobl is more than just a Housing Association, its a multi-faceted business whos range of provision varies from care and support to individuals, through to commercial development activities. The finance department provides services for all these businesses, so you will potentially get involved in a wide range of operations adding to your professional experience.

So if you have not only the skills and experience, but also share our values, we would be interested in discussing this vacancy with you.

To start your Pobl journey, click "apply now"

Interviews will take place on 02 December 2019