Assistant Accountant (Project)

We are looking for an Assistant Accountant to step into an engaging role as a Project Officer for our new planning, budgeting and forecasting project. This 12-month fixed-term contract offers a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative project as we work towards creating a truly modern finance function. The implementation of the new Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) software will play a key role in enhancing our financial planning and analysis, ultimately helping us deliver a customer-first housing experience for a better future. In this role, you'll work closely with the Lead EPM Subject Matter Expert to deliver key project activities, gathering and documenting artifacts, analysing financial data, and managing multiple tasks with agility. You'll engage confidently with the core project team, facilitating activities by organising meetings, documenting outcomes, and maintaining project tools like DevOps.

You're passionate about project work with a strong financial background. You will have a strong affinity for gathering and documenting project artifacts and be able to work with agility across multiple tasks. You are confident in working with financial data and analysing datasets.,

• At least 1 years' experience of finance within a large organisation
• Experience of interpreting information, carrying out research, analysing complex data
• Advanced understanding of business and processes relevant to the project
• Experience of undertaking systems and process reviews
• Good knowledge and understanding of Finance Business Partnering
• Ability to establish strong, sustained working relationships based on respect and effective negotiation and influencing skill
  
  Join us and find your purpose at Platform!
Working with us is more than just a job, you will be joining an amazing organisation that values you and your contribution, and where you can truly make a difference and change people's lives. You will join the largest social housing association in the Midlands. We're much more than just houses; we build homes, strong communities, and make a real and positive difference to the lives of our customers. We recognise the unique and individual needs of people, so if you are interested in this role but would like to explore a different way of working to the standard Monday to Friday, 9-5 approach, then please highlight this on your application or discuss it with us at the interview stage. After all, we want to attract the best people to work for us and we know that one size does not fit all. Platform is a great place to work, we offer lots of opportunities for you to get involved, share ideas and shape what we do - from networking groups through to fun community and social events. This is an exciting time to join us, that will provide you with real exposure to the wider dynamics of a truly modern housing association that will play a major part in delivering our 5-year corporate strategy., We put colleagues and customers at the heart of all we do. Valuing difference, we are free to challenge each other and are open and honest in our relationships. Own It We say what we'll do and then we do it. We listen, understand and are empowered to make decisions. We look for our own ways to learn and adapt and focus on what we can do. One Team We are connected, collaborative and in it together. We want everyone to reach their potential and be the best they can be. We actively support each other to make this happen. Be Brave We are curious and courageous. We look for better ways to do things, are comfortable trying them and learn quickly. We are not afraid to stand out from the rest and celebrate our successes.

Salary £31,380 - £34,867 per annum (depending on experience) Location Home based (with travel to Worcester/Solihull offices as required) Mergefield Title {Mergefield Value} Mergefield Title {Mergefield Value} This is a Temporary, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST., Please note: While the role is advertised as Assistant Accountant to reflect its level, the formal job title for this position is EPM Project Officer. Although this role is home-based, you should be able to travel to our Group offices or other locations as needed for client or team meetings. Our Group offices are located at Birmingham Business Park in Solihull and Central Park in Worcester. Some of the great benefits we can offer you:
• Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave
• Family friendly policies including generous Paternity, Maternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave plus 3 days paid Urgent Domestic Leave
• Medicash membership for all employees which includes access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and exclusive discounts
• Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio and complementary therapies and more
• Pension scheme with minimum employee contributions of up to 3% and Platform will contribute up to 12% (inclusive of life assurance and dependent on employee contributions)
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discount from a wide range of retailers