Everything we do aims to positively impact the lives of our social housing tenants and deliver on what matters to them and their communities. We provide safe, well-maintained, sustainable homes and deliver customer-focused services. ForHousing is a place where everyone can thrive and be themselves.
As part of our Finance department, you’ll lead the Transactional Services team, managing all operational aspects of the Accounts Payable, Recievable, and Rent Accounting. You’ll ensure financial controls are maintained and correct procedures are followed, whilst delivering a customer-focussed service.
Why ForHousing?
• Best companies 2-star employer – our colleagues rated us an “Outstanding Place to Work”.
• Hybrid working – some of your time can be spent working at home, or you’re free to spend more time in the office if you prefer.
• Agile working – we are outcome driven, so we empower you to do your best work, in the way that works best for you.
• STAR – through our partnership with STAR you can save money on everyday spending and make your money go further with discounts across a wide range of shops and products.
• Smartech – purchase technology or white goods and spread the cost.
• Wellbeing centre – gym discounts, exercise videos, mindfulness tools, nutrition advice, financial advice and more.
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on bikes and equipment.
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24/7 counselling and support helpline.
What you’ll be doing:
• Supervising Accounts Payable processes to ensure accurate and timely payments.
• Ensuring prompt responses to supplier and customer queries and handling escalated complex issues.
• Overseeing accounts receivable tasks, timely invoice raising, cash allocation, and effective debt chasing.
• Overseeing the annual rent setting process and supervising the production of the annual rent budget, monitoring this continually and investigating variances.
• Training and supporting colleagues on procurement systems, managing team development and workload fluctuations.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements and new initiatives.
• Providing monthly and ad-hoc management reports.
What we’re looking for:
• AAT qualification, or equivalent.
• Part qualified CIMA / ACCA, or equivalent.
• Experience of rent accounting, legislation, and policies.
• Experience managing and developing a team.
ForHousing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
If you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please get in touch with the team on recruitment@forhousing.co.uk
Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early, depending on application volumes.
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