Interim Year-End Accountant /Senior Finance Manager | Manchester / Hybrid | Housing | Flexible / Potential Part-Time
We are supporting a housing association in Manchester in appointing a Senior Finance Manager to suppport as Interim Year-End Accountant, providing hands-on support and mentorship during a critical period.
The Role
This is a unique opportunity combining technical year-end delivery with a mentoring and coaching element. You will work closely with the Financial Controller to ensure a smooth and well-managed year-end.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on taking final accounts through to completion
- Prepare statutory accounts files and supporting notes for 2 entities
- Support the Financial Controller in managing the year-end and audit process
- Provide hands-on mentoring and guidance, including “show and tell” support where needed
- Ensure all adjustments and updates are accurately reflected in the finance system
- Work collaboratively with the wider finance team to maintain strong financial control
About You
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
- Proven experience delivering year-end within a housing association (essential)
- Strong technical accounting knowledge, including statutory reporting
- Confident supporting and mentoring finance staff through complex processes
- Able to balance a hands-on approach with a supportive, coaching style
Working Arrangements
- Manchester-based organisation with flexible hybrid working
- Regular on-site presence preferred to support the mentoring aspect
- Flexible working pattern – not necessarily full-time
Why Apply?
- If you’re a technically strong housing finance professional who enjoys supporting others and can step in quickly, we’d love to hear from you.
- Blend of technical delivery and people development