Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager

26th February, 2026

6 month Fixed Term Contract Year End Accountant opportunity with a well‑established, award‑winning, Housing Association based on the outskirts of Manchester. Reporting directly to the Finance Director your remit will be to provide support to the finance team during the year‑end period, delivering accurate financial reporting, completing statutory and management accounting requirements and ensuring deadlines are met. Your duties will include:

• Leading and supporting on the year‑end close processes.
• Preparing and posting journals (accruals, prepayments, adjustments).
• Balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Lead on the preparation and production of statutory accounts and audit schedules.
• Lead on the liaison with external auditors and provision of the required documentation.
• Supporting month‑end reporting where required.
• Reviewing and improving financial controls and processes.
• Assisting with Cashflow, P&L and Balance Sheet reporting.
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Providing ad‑hoc analysis and finance support to the wider team.

Applicants should be fully qualified CIMA, ACCA, ACA or CIPFA Housing Sector Finance Professionals - although Part and Non-Qualified Accountants who have worked in the housing sector will also be considered. Previous year‑end experience is essential as is strong technical accounting and reconciliation skills, a good understanding of UK GAAP / financial reporting requirements and Advanced MS Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, analysis).

An annual salary of £55k (pro rata) is complemented with benefits including 27 days holidays (pro rata), Hybrid working (minimum 2 days in the office), Flexible working, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Discounted gym membership, Free Parking and an excellent working environment and collaborative culture. Applicants must have full and indefinite eligibility to work in the UK (through being a UK citizen or having gained ILR) and should live within a sensible commute of Manchester (west).

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