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London Borough of Newham

Treasury Accountant

Office & Professional
Office & Professional
£57,094/Year
Full-time
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Description

Location
London Borough of Newham, with hybrid working: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office in London, Stratford or Manchester.

Hours
Full Time - 35 hours per week

Salary
£57,094 per annum

About the Role
Join Our Treasury Team at L&Q and shape the future of affordable housing finance. Are you ready to lead and influence the provision of Treasury Accounting services at one of the UK’s leading housing associations? This is your chance to take ownership of key Treasury Accounting activities, supporting L&Q’s ongoing financial strength and ability to provide homes and communities people can be proud of.

Our ability to invest in our existing homes and to deliver new affordable homes depends on robust financial reporting and compliance. This role ensures transparency, accuracy, and efficiency in Treasury accounting at L&Q.

You will report to the Treasury Manager (Operations) and work within a matrix reporting structure alongside the wider Treasury team, collaborating across Finance and with internal and external stakeholders to deliver L&Q’s strategic objectives.

Main Duties
- Lead on Treasury accounting aspects of reporting cycles, including statutory accounts and regulatory reporting.
- Project manage audits of debt instruments and programmes, coordinating information and obtaining appropriate approvals.
- Provide technical accounting input for new Treasury products and transactions.
- Support budgeting and forecasting, including preparing journals, variance analysis and commentary.
- Maintain audit-ready records and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Relationships
Internal: Finance colleagues and wider Group stakeholders.
External: Lenders, Auditors and other professional advisors.

Your work will ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and robust controls that support L&Q’s financial resilience and strategic goals.

Benefits
Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.

Requirements

Experience
- Practical experience in Treasury accounting, management reporting, and year-end audits.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with commercial acumen.
- Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Treasury and Finance systems.

About you
- Excellent communication and influencing skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to tight deadlines.
- Experience in coaching and providing training is desirable.
- Experience in a property business or housing association environment is desirable.
- Familiarity with Salmon TMS and Unit4 ERP systems is desirable.

Qualifications
- ACCA (or equivalent) Qualified Accountant or Finalist (registered and expected to complete finals within 6 months).

Expiry date: 16/10/2026
Treasury Accountant
Salary:
£57,094/Year
Job Type:
Full-time
Location:
London Borough of Newham