Head of Finance & IT

Job Description

Head of Finance and IT

Location: Wider Glasgow Area (Hybrid – minimum two days per week in the office)
Salary: £73,556 to £78,844 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

A community-focused housing association in the wider Glasgow area is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Finance and IT to join their Senior Leadership Team. This is a senior finance leadership role with oversight of IT projects and digital transformation. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy, governance, and IT project oversight for the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for a fully qualified accountant to lead a capable Finance team, oversee IT projects, and contribute to the strategic direction of a progressive and adaptable organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance function, ensuring strong financial controls, compliance, and governance.
• Oversee the IT function, providing leadership and project governance for IT and digital transformation initiatives.
• Work closely with the Chief Executive and Senior Leadership Team to provide financial advice and contribute to organisational strategy.
• Oversee the preparation of management accounts, statutory accounts, and audit processes.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Support governance, risk management, and compliance activities.
• Present financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues, senior leaders, and the Management Committee.
• Manage and develop the Finance Officer and IT Manager, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Support the implementation of the organisation’s digital road map, including housing management system reviews and other IT projects.
• Lead value-for-money initiatives and support the delivery of efficient and effective services.

About You

We are looking for a candidate who is technically strong, people-focused, and passionate about making a difference in a values-led organisation. You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, ICAEW, or CIPFA) with a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.

Essential Requirements:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, ICAEW, or CIPFA).
• Strong senior finance experience, including statutory accounting, audit, and management accounts.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team, with strong people management skills.
• Experience presenting financial information to Boards, Committees, or senior leadership teams.
• Ability to balance operational finance delivery with strategic leadership.
• Comfortable overseeing IT projects and supporting digital transformation (technical IT expertise is not required).

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience in housing associations, charity, public sector, or other regulated environments.
• Governance experience, including working with Boards, Committees, or Trustees.
• Project management experience, particularly in systems implementation or digital transformation.
• Knowledge of housing management systems such as QL, HomeMaster, or Rubix.
• Treasury management experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £73,556 to £78,844 (EVH Grade 9 SM 11-14).
• Genuine hybrid working and flexibility, with a minimum of two office days per week.
• 25 days annual leave plus 13 public holidays.
• Scottish Housing Associations’ Pension Scheme with competitive contribution options.
• Employee Assistance Programme and pension salary sacrifice.
• Opportunity to shape digital transformation and influence value-for-money strategies.
• A supportive and collaborative Senior Leadership Team.
• A meaningful role in a community-focused housing association with a progressive and adaptable culture.

About the Organisation

This housing association is a community-focused organisation in the wider Glasgow area. They are committed to providing high-quality housing and services to their tenants and communities. The team values openness, accountability, equality, and continuous improvement.