Job Description

South West based charitable housing association BCHA was founded over 50 years ago with a continuing mission to meet housing need and end homelessness. We aim to achieve this through the building and provision of affordable and secure homes, and by supporting individuals to take control and lead independent, fulfilled lives. Whether we are developing sites or supporting people with housing, learning or living skills, we believe in equality, the importance of every individual and the right to be valued and treated with dignity and respect. Our doors are open to everyone.

Position:

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We are looking for a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Accountant to play a critical role in supporting the organisation's financial health and strategic decision-making.

About the Role

In this key position, you will:

Support the annual budgeting cycle and any reforecasting processes, ensuring accurate and robust financial plans. Enhance and automate monthly reporting using Power BI, transitioning from Excel-based outputs to dynamic, interactive dashboards. Support the Finance Manager in month-end variance analysis, comparing actuals vs. budget and highlighting key insights. Serve as the lead finance support for the organisation, assisting management with ad-hoc business case analyses. Prepare high-quality reports and provide insightful financial analysis to inform both operational decisions and long-term business strategies. Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial models, analysing trends, variances, and key performance metrics to provide management with a clear view of business performance. Translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations, supporting scenario planning and driving efficiencies across the organisation.

About You

We're seeking someone who can combine technical expertise with excellent communication and analytical skills:

Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, ideally within a strategic or operational finance role. Strong ability to interpret data and present insights clearly to both finance and non-finance colleagues. Experience with Power BI or similar tools to automate and visualise reporting. Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to balance accuracy and strategic insight. A proactive, solutions-focused approach, able to support management with complex financial decisions.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference, ensuring robust financial planning drives operational success and long-term strategy. You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your insights will shape key decisions across the organisation.

BCHA Safer Recruitment:

Safeguarding children and adults is our first priority and we will ensure we follow safer recruitment procedures. As an employer, we will do everything possible to prevent unsuitable people obtaining employment with BCHA. Our overall aim is to deter unsuitable applicants from applying for roles with children and adults, and we will ensure that all candidates are treated fairly, consistently and in compliance with current legislation. BCHA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing Date:

29th September 2025 at 2:00 PM. Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be identified.

Requirements:

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Experience of accounts within a Housing Association and/or multiple entity Group


Proficiency in budget, forecasting and variance analysis


Skilled in building and maintaining financial models for scenario planning and decision support


Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards