Senior Finance Officer

Senior Finance Officer Contract to Permanent 3 Days on-site Hourly Rate: £18 - £20 Permanent Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Officer to join a growing Housing Association and support the smooth running of the finance function. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will oversee day-to-day transactional finance activities including sales ledger, purchase ledger, banking and rent accounting, whilst supervising Finance Assistants and ensuring key financial deadlines are met. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional looking to combine operational processing with team leadership in a values-driven organisation. Senior Finance Officer General Responsibilities: • Supervise Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Rent Ledger activities across the organisation • Lead on bank reconciliations, monthly cashbooks and nominal ledger maintenance • Oversee sales ledger and purchase ledger processing, including payment runs and query resolution • Supervise rent collection activities and ensure accurate and timely reconciliations • Support the maintenance of the fixed asset register and wider finance operations • Provide day-to-day leadership, target setting and support to Finance Assistants • Assist with Board papers, financial controls and compliance with financial regulations • Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and support the continued development of the finance function Senior Finance Officer Ideal Candidate: • Qualified by experience or part-qualified accountant • Previous experience working within a busy finance or accounting environment • Strong bank reconciliation, cashbook and ledger management experience • Previous supervisory or team leadership experience within a finance function • Experience using accounting systems and finance software • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines • Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure • Social Housing experience would be advantageous. Rewards and Benefits: • 33 days annual leave • Private Health Care • Employee Assistance Programme • Pension scheme with employer contributions • Life Assurance and Personal Accident Cover • Staff benefits portal with a range of discounts • Flexible and supportive approach to hybrid working • Ability to work towards qualifications • Employee assistance programme for support with a variety of personal issues Should you be interested in this Senior Finance Officer vacancy, please don’t hesitate to apply immediately