Management Accountant

We are seeking a proactive Management Accountant to deliver accurate, timely financial information to support decision-making, while ensuring compliance with FRS 102, Housing SORP, and internal controls. You will support budgeting, forecasting, and stakeholder reporting, drive process improvements through system-led reporting.

About us

We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people.

Last year we launched our five-year Corporate Strategy, which runs to 2029. Our purpose is to provide high quality homes, services, and support to our customers, so we’ve worked with colleagues and customers to find out what’s important to them. Our customers sit at the heart of what we do, and our colleagues are the people who’ll help us achieve our vision, which is to create the best customer experience to improve everyday lives.

Duties include:

• Prepare individual budget-holder management reports in line with FRS 102 and Housing SORP.
• Produce monthly management accounts for the Business Partnering team and other stakeholders, within agreed deadlines ensuring accuracy and relevance for analysis and commentary is clear and actionable.
• Apply consistent accounting treatment for transactions within monthly management accounts, aligned with statutory reporting requirements.
• Prepare reconciliations for more complex expense codes in line with FRS102/SORP/audit requirements.
• Review reconciliations prepared by assistant accountants.
• Prepare journal postings in line with FRS 102/SORP.
• Review journal postings prepared by assistant accountants.
• Use financial systems effectively to produce accurate reports and support automation where possible.
• Contribute ideas for improving reporting processes and systems to enhance efficiency and insight.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes by maintaining relevant data and templates.
  

Requirements

• AAT qualified as a minimum with recent experience in a similar role.
• Experience in preparing management accounts and reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and analytical ability.
• Good IT and financial system skills, particularly Excel.
• Experience of providing on-the-job guidance and support to others.
• Initiative and proactivity to deliver excellent service and drive process improvements.
• Strong understanding of FRS 102 and Housing SORP.
• Knowledge of financial systems and reporting requirements.
• Right to Work in the UK - visa sponsorship is not available.
• A standard DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check will be required for the successful candidate as part of the pre-employment process - Criminal Conviction Checks

All colleagues are expected to demonstrate The Incommunities Way in everything they do: making things easy, doing what we say we’ll do, and showing that we care. It starts with me.

Benefits

• Salary from £37,125 up-to £40,580 per year depending on experience (Pay Award due in April)
• Social Housing Pension Scheme with up-to 10% employer contribution
• 28 days annual leave that increases with service plus bank holidays
• Option to buy and sell annual leave
• Training, development, and qualification opportunities
• Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers)
• Corporate health scheme membership
• Hybrid working with free parking onsite
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Local gym membership discounts.
• A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support

Join Our Team!

We’re looking for great people to join us! At Incommunities, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and supported. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences—because we know that diverse perspectives make us stronger.

Based in Bradford, a city known for its rich cultural diversity, we serve vibrant communities. As a social housing provider, we’re passionate about making a real difference by providing safe, affordable homes and improving lives.

Our recruitment process is designed to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments or assistance, just let us know.

We’re proud to be a Mindful Employer, committed to mental health and wellbeing. We also hold the ‘Committed’ Menopause Friendly Accreditation, recognising the importance of support in the workplace.

💡 Apply early! We review applications as they come in and may close the advert before the deadline.

Ready to make an impact? Come work with us!