Assistant Accountant - Asset Management

Exciting Career Opportunity at Citizen!

Are you a driven professional seeking to make an impact in the Finance Team?

With over fifty years of experience, we have grown to be one of the UK’s most trusted social housing providers, Citizen owns and manages 30,000 homes for diverse communities across the West Midlands, from urban tower blocks to rural villages and towns. Find out more about the work we do here: Citizen

Position:           Assistant Accountant – Asset Management

Salary:               £36,149

Location:          4040 Lakeside

Work Pattern:   37 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities:

• To assist and support the Accountant in providing accurate and timely financial information to Budget Holders with a particular focus on retrofit energy efficiency measures and capitalisation of fixed assets.
• To develop good working relationships through collaboration with budget holders to provide financial reports, advice and assistance and ensure effective budget control is being carried out.
• To assist and support the Accountant with management accounts, budget setting, statutory accounts and quarterly regulatory returns.

Qualifications and experience:

• Part Qualified AAT or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience within an accounting environment providing accurate, reliable, and timely financial information to Budget Holders
• Ability to present and explain the findings of data analysis to the Accountant and/or to non-finance staff in a clear and understandable manner in meetings.
• Ability to develop good working relationships and collaborate with internal customers.

Manager’s Quote:

We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Accountant who can demonstrate their commitment to a role in financial reporting and prides themselves on delivering accurate, reliable and timely financial services to their internal customers.  We are looking for a self-motivated, career focused individual who is comfortable working under pressure and to strict deadlines to join our finance team delivering excellent financial services across the Group.

What We Offer:

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and innovation.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who support and inspire each other.

Benefits:

• Annual Leave: Annual leave starts at 26 days per year plus bank holidays
• Annual leave purchase scheme – option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year
• Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption)
• Organisational sick pay
• Generous Pension Scheme – The option to contribute 4%, 6% or up to 10% which Citizen will match
• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive compensation package.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and generous leave policies.
• Employee Development: Access to training programs and career development resources.

Find out more here: Citizen | Benefits

Company Culture: 

We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people

To deliver the best services for our customers we need employees who are passionate, committed and engaged. We will create a culture where every individual feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and the wellbeing of our employees is a priority. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact and driving innovation in X.

 We will work together as one team and embrace our Citizen values.

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Closing date: 22 October 2025

Interview date: 24 October 2025

Please note we will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may invite candidates to interview at any time.  We reserve the right to close this role earlier than the published closing date should a suitable candidate be identified. 

• Proud Corporate Member of WISH - The Network for Women Working in Social Housing
• Citizen Housing is a Disability Confident Employer
• Official Accredited Living Wage Employer