Financial Accountant

Join our dynamic team committed to excellence, integrity, and innovation. Embrace a culture that values diversity, collaboration, and continuous growth. Your role will be more than a job - it's an opportunity to contribute to something meaningful. If you prioritise integrity, teamwork, and a positive impact, apply now to be part of a community that values your individuality and welcomes your dedication to making a difference. Our Financial Accountant will be responsible for the external reporting of the organisation, including leading an effective and efficient external audit. Additionally, takes responsibility for the organisation regulatory returns and costings to all areas of the organisation for tenders and reviews of current business areas. The post also holds responsibilities for specific areas of financial and management accounting and provides cover for both the Finance Business Partner and the Senior Accountant. This role also provides support to the Head of Finance with other tasks and projects as and when they arise and to deputise for and represent the Head of Finance in times of their absence. Key responsibilities: As part of this role, your key responsibilities will be…

• Reviewing of accounting processes and functions and providing recommendations for improvements to the Head of Finance.
• To support in the management and improvement of systems within the Finance department. Helping to enable efficient and effective processes and procedures
• Completion and submission of regulatory returns to the regulator of social housing and other regulatory/legal bodies.
• Leading and supporting with the external audit and managing the objectives in accordance with the timeline set.
• To take responsibility for balance sheet items. Reviewing reconciliations and schedules as required for the monthly and yearly accounts.
• To lead the team in carrying out key treasury tasks as well as managing the transactions and performance between OHL and OHA., 22 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays with opportunity to buy more
• Onsite parking
• Cashback Health plan
• Access to Blue Light Card - membership fees apply
• Wellbeing programme
• Reward and recognition awards
• Pool cars available for business travel
• Hybrid role
Before applying... Please note Orwell does not provide visa sponsorship. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply. You will be required to provide the relevant right to work documentation if successfully appointed to the role. Orwell is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We believe in creating an accessible and supportive environment, where every team member can thrive and contribute. Join us in our commitment to building a workplace that celebrates diversity and empowers all individuals to reach their full potential. We actively welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure equal access and opportunity for all.


• Leadership qualification or willingness to gain a qualification in the Orwell Academy.
• Senior accountancy qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or/and equivalent work experience.
• GCSE Grade C or equivalent in Maths and English Language is essential. A minimum of AAT qualified (or equivalent) is essential., Disability Confident
About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.