Financial Accountant (Year-End) - 6 Month Fixed Term Salary £60,000 per annum + Benefits. Please note: We need people to be immediately available to undertake this position. Origin – Great homes, positive people and strong communities An inspiring past and a bright future A home is the essential foundation for a good quality of life, so what we do every day really matters to the wellbeing of our communities. Here at Origin, we trace our roots back 100 years, building and managing high quality homes as well as providing support services and housing for those who are most vulnerable in London and Hertfordshire. We work to provide safe, decent affordable homes and support for individuals and communities. Focused on our residents, our driving ambition is to provide services that make people’s lives easier, and homes and communities they can be proud to live in. We are ‘not for profit’ and reinvest all our surpluses back into our varied and vibrant neighbourhoods. The role – Financial Accountant (Year-End) As a Financial Accountant within Origin Housing, you will play a crucial role in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and providing accurate financial information. Your expertise in year-end processes will be essential for maintaining financial stability and transparency. What you’ll do Year-End Accounting: Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements and related notes. Assist with external auditors’ queries during the audit process. Financial Reporting: Assist in producing year-end accounts, reconciling financial transactions, preparation of balance sheet reconciliation and any ad hoc tasks required to support the year end process. Assist in preparation of statutory financial statements in accordance with legal requirements. Financial Analysis and Consultation: Assist in the analytical review of the financial statements and related notes. Team Leadership and Communication: Foster good financial communication across the organization. Uphold group policies and practices. What you’ll need: We’re looking for someone who has: Professional Qualification: Qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). Strong background in financial accounting, including year-end processes. Familiarity with housing association finance is essential. Proven experience in financial reconciliation, and financial reporting Attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel. Ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines. Our Values Our core values are at the heart of how we work Take the lead Create energy Build trust Be generous Stay grounded Remember the little things We're committed to the wellbeing of our people and in creating an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Our benefits to you Origin’s ways of working make it easier for you to balance work and home life. You will benefit from flexible working which offers you the opportunity to work from where you are most effective, with the technology and equipment you need, as well as access to flexible space for collaborative working. A generous 25-day holiday allowance plus bank holidays, that increases with time, with the opportunity to buy and sell leave Competitive salary of £60,000 per annum + Benefits. 2 additional ‘giving something back’ volunteer days A pension scheme with contributions up to 8% of your salary Family leave, compassionate leave and enhanced maternity pay Simply Health cash plan providing money back when you spend on health appointments including physiotherapy, dental and opticians Interest free loans to help spread the cost of a season ticket or another big purchase Annual staff conference, team away days and annual team meal allowance Access to Perk Box for fantastic savings on everyday purchases and much more Free employee assistance programme Opportunities to join staff network groups Refer a friend bonus We’re also committed to ensuring that our people have access to an excellent range of learning and development opportunities including our induction programme, course sponsorship, leadership development, mentoring and talent schemes along with professional membership if it’s a requirement to your role. Tell us your story We are looking forward to learning about you. Please help us get to know you by sending your latest CV and covering letter detailing how your skills and experience meet the job description for Job Title outlined above. Closing date for applications: 24 April 2024 Please note that suitable candidates will be invited to interview throughout the application window and therefore the vacancy may close at short notice. However, all candidates will be advised of the outcome of their application and therefore interested candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.