Interim Finance Business Partner - Assets
Posted 3 days ago by Bayman Atkinson Smythe
£300 Per day
Outside
Hybrid
Manchester
Summary: The Interim Finance Business Partner – Assets role is a 3-month contract within a social housing provider, focusing on management accounting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting. The position involves supervising the Asset Accountant and collaborating with stakeholders to provide financial insights and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate is a qualified finance professional with experience in social housing and strong leadership skills. Immediate availability is required for this impactful role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver accurate and timely management accounts and cash flow forecasts
- Provide financial challenge and insight to asset-related investment and maintenance programmes
- Oversee the Fixed Asset Register and related balance sheet reconciliations
- Lead budget setting, monitoring and forecasting processes
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and sector-specific regulations
Key Skills:
- CCAB qualified accountant with experience in Social Housing
- Strong knowledge of fixed assets, VAT (including VAT shelter), and financial controls
- Skilled in interpreting and communicating complex financial data
- Confident working with financial systems and Microsoft Excel
- Leadership experience with the ability to motivate and manage a small team
Salary (Rate): £300/day
City: Manchester
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Finance
Interim Finance Business Partner – Assets (3-Months) | Sector: Social Housing
Are you a qualified finance professional ready to make an immediate impact? We are seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to provide 3 months’ interim cover within a dynamic and mission-driven social housing provider.
The Role:
As Finance Business Partner – Assets, you will play a pivotal role in supporting investment, compliance, and the repairs & maintenance budgets. You will be responsible for management accounting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting, while also supervising the Asset Accountant. You will work closely with key stakeholders to provide trusted financial advice and drive value for money.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver accurate and timely management accounts and cash flow forecasts
- Provide financial challenge and insight to asset-related investment and maintenance programmes
- Oversee the Fixed Asset Register and related balance sheet reconciliations
- Lead budget setting, monitoring and forecasting processes
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and sector-specific regulations
What We’re Looking For:
- CCAB qualified accountant with experience in Social Housing
- Strong knowledge of fixed assets, VAT (including VAT shelter), and financial controls.
- Skilled in interpreting and communicating complex financial data.
- Confident working with financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Leadership experience with the ability to motivate and manage a small team.
Contract Details:
- Duration: 3-month interim contract (possible extension)
- Location: Hybrid working (with on-site presence as required)
- Start: ASAP
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to an organisation that makes a real difference, ensuring sound financial stewardship of vital housing assets. If you're ready for a rewarding challenge and available immediately, we’d love to hear from you.