Head of Finance and Corporate Services

Sharp Consultancy are once again proud to be working in a retained partnership with Arches Housing in Sheffield, as they look to add an ambitious and talented Head of Finance and Corporate Services . Arches Housing have been operating since 1975, with an emphasis on providing quality, affordable housing in South Yorkshire communities. The organisation is based in the heart of the Sheffield City region, and are looking to develop their regional operations over a number of years.

The Association has been through a successful restructuring period in order to bring it in line with the modern challenges it faces, and is now looking to complete the Senior Management Team by adding the sort of character that can drive the organisation forward.

The Chief Executive and Board are looking for a determined and charismatic leader during this exciting period of Arches history as they look to continue to deliver their strategic plan which is centred around putting customers at the heart of what they do. Given the plans for further growth and development - ambitious individuals will be welcomed on board.

You will have overall responsibility for the finance function, ensuring full compliance with all regulations and maintenance of a healthy balance sheet. You will support the Chief Executive and Director of Operations to deliver the organisational strategic plans and report directly on performance. The organisation lays a heavy focus on creating and embedding a culture of continuous improvement - and you will be centre to this.


This is a role that straddles both Finance and Corporate Services - adding a real variety to the job spec that they will not have had before. On the finance side you will;

*Deliver financial reports to the Board
*Produce a financial plan and strategy alongside the Strategic Financial Advisor, including budgets, rolling forecasts and financial models.
*Control over the preparation of monthly management accounts, analysis, commentary, KPI reporting and maximise return from investments.
*Management of cash flow, loan facilitations, VAT, pensions, treasury facility and assets and liabilities register.
*Control over the annual statutory accounts, liaisons with the auditors.
*Management of the finance team
On the Corporate services side you will;
*Providing the Board with corporate information and updates
*Support the Executive Team to oversee the procurement activities of the Association and ensure that the procurement policy is adhered to.
*Facilitate effective business continuity across the organisation, closely liaising with senior colleagues.
*Ensure accurate and timely submissions to the Regulator of Social Housing including quarterly and annual returns.
*Effective management and development of staff, ensuring a high performing, engaged team where everyone is committed to the organisation's vision and is able to contribute to achieving continuous improvement, including oversight of the transactional HR function
*Representing the organisation at committees, forums, conferences, seminars and external meetings, providing a positive image of Arches Housing.


These points are a flavour of the variety this role will give you. You will be an experienced Qualified Accountant, who enjoys Business Partnering and leading a team. You must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, and want to drive forward change and improvements.


Industry experience is far from essential to be successful in this role. The right character fit is integral to the Chief Exec and Board, and that will be assessed through the interview process. The benefits package is exceptional, a 35 hour working week, alongside a 28 days holiday allowance (plus bank holidays) that increases to 33 over the next few years, free parking, excellent pension contributions and other benefits on top. Moreover, you will work in a friendly atmosphere and gain the satisfaction that you are a critical part of a business that is making a positive difference to people's lives.


Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send you're CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore if we have not responded to your application within seven days please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

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