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Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're also interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Colleagues   

So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!  

More about your role

As our Finance Data and Process Manager, you will be responsible for reviewing the efficiency of business operations, coordination, development and improvement to all of our processes within the Affordable Housing Finance Team.  The role handle's very large data sets and you have the ability to review and make sense of what the data is telling you and communicating this across all levels.  The role will support with delivering the processes in line with regulatory, contractual and legal requirements, within the required deadlines.

This role also forms part of work streams, project teams and networking groups to help improve processes and future system requirements surrounding rent and service charge delivery using Housing, service charge or finance knowledge.  You will have the opportunity to manage and drive a high performing team, whilst establishing strong succession plans for service continuity.

More about you

• You will have Advanced IT skills and be highly proficient in Excel and know your VBA from your pivot tables.
• You will be capable of dealing with very large data sets and making sense of what the data is telling you.                

• You're a highly resilient, solution–orientated person, who looks for options, alternatives and problem resolution.
• You strive for continuous improvement.
• You have a good understanding of accounting principals, but more of a focus on IT and systems.
• We are relaxed about what level of studies you are at.

(Please note this role internally is called Service Charge Process Manager) 

Benefits   

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.    

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:    

• Competitive salary
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7% 
• Excellent holiday package – 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leave 
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year 
• Training and development 
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. 

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team recruitment@placesforpeople.co.uk 

If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.

Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.

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