Advertised from 11 July 2025

Role

Bridgewater Housing Association is offering an exciting opportunity for a committed and skilled Finance Manager to join our highly regarded organisation within the social housing sector. Supporting the Head of Finance, this role plays a key part in ensuring strong financial stewardship and strategic development across our services.

We manage approximately 856 social rented properties and deliver a factoring service to nearly 2,700 owner occupiers. Our environmental maintenance extends over areas equivalent to 50 full-size football pitches, and we also provide management services to tenants of other housing providers living outside Erskine.

Beyond housing, the Association delivers a range of support services to families, single people, older adults, and individuals with disabilities. Under contractual arrangements with Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire, and Inverclyde Councils, we operate a Care and Repair Service.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will lead the Finance Services Department, supporting strategic financial planning, performance improvement, and digital innovation. You’ll ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and value for money. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of financial strategy and control processes

• Assist in implementing treasury and risk management practices

• Contribute to quality assurance, performance monitoring and business analytics

• Help develop and implement finance-related policies

• Promote continuous improvement across finance operations

• Ensure robust governance and regulatory compliance

• Support the development of ICT and telecoms strategies

• Contribute to financial and budgetary control measures

• Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team

 What we are looking for:

• A professionally qualified accountant

• Effective supervisory and leadership skills; a demonstrated ability to build productive teams of staff performing varied functions.

• High level IT skills, including accountancy software, spreadsheets and databases

• An effective communicator and influencer

• Positive management style; to promote and drive continuous improvement

• Knowledgeable in treasury and financial control frameworks

What We Offer

This is a chance to make a real difference in people’s lives and contribute to the wellbeing of local communities. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team, with opportunities for professional growth and a competitive benefits package.

Learn more at bridgewaterha.org.uk

Application notes

A Recruitment Pack is available for download below.

Closing Date: Friday 8th August 2025 at Noon.

Shortlisting Monday 11th August 2025

Interviews: Wednesday 20th August 2025

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