Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: £80,000 – £120,000 (Dependent on experience)
The Opportunity
Avalon is proud to partner with a dedicated, small-scale Registered Provider of Supported Housing to appoint a strategic and hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
This is a pivotal role for an ambitious finance leader who wants to make a tangible impact. While the organisation remains agile and boutique in size, its reach is significant, managing a diverse portfolio of stock across the North West and Yorkshire. You will be the financial architect of the organisation, ensuring long-term viability while the business continues to provide essential housing solutions to vulnerable communities.
Responsibilities
* Strategic Leadership: Act as a key advisor to the CEO and Board, driving financial strategy, treasury management, and long-term business planning.
* Regulatory Compliance: Ensure robust financial governance as CFO in line with the Regulator of Social Housing standards.
* Operational Excellence: Lead a lean finance team, overseeing management accounts, statutory reporting, and audit processes.
* Growth & Development: Appraise new housing schemes and funding opportunities to support the organisation’s regional footprint.
* Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships with lenders, local authorities, and the RSH.
Requirements
We are looking for a seasoned finance professional who balances technical expertise with a mission-driven mindset.
* Experience: Proven track record at a senior level (CFO, Finance Director, or Head of Finance) within the Social Housing or Supported Housing sectors.
* Qualifications: Fully ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified.
* Knowledge: Deep understanding of the social housing regulatory framework and the nuances of intensive housing management and supported living funding.
* Agility: Comfortable operating within a "small business" environment where you are expected to be both a strategic visionary and a hands-on problem solver.
Why Join?
This role offers the rare chance as CFO to lead the financial function of a regional provider where your decisions directly influence the quality of care and housing provided to residents. With a competitive salary up to £120k and a flexible Manchester-based office hub, this is an ideal move for a leader seeking autonomy and purpose.
How to Apply
Please apply for this role online or contact Matt Baird at Avalon for a confidential discussion.
Avalon, trading name of Spirehouse Recruitment Limited, is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all individuals
Salary description
£80000.00 - £120000.00 per year