Hexagon Housing Association
Head of Finance
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Head of Finance
£91,926 per annum | South East London | Hybrid
About Hexagon
Hexagon is an innovative and responsive housing association working in partnership with a range of local authorities to meet housing needs across Southeast London. With a turnover of £40m and 120 staff, Hexagon is continually improving the quality and range of our affordable homes and services.
As an organisation we are concerned with people, their homes, and communities. We make good quality, affordable housing, and services available to people in the local areas we serve, and work to extend opportunities and improve the neighbourhoods they live in.
The opportunity
This is an important senior finance leadership role at an exciting time for Hexagon.
Reporting to the Finance & IT Director and as a key member of our Leadership Team, you will lead our Finance function and play a central role in maintaining Hexagon's financial resilience and supporting the delivery of our corporate strategy.
- You will have responsibility for financial management, business planning, long-term financial modelling, treasury, statutory accounts, regulatory compliance, and financial controls.
- You will provide high-quality financial insight and analysis to colleagues across the organisation, as well as preparing and presenting reports to senior leadership.
- You will lead a team comprising two Senior Accountants, a Team Leader and the Rent & Service Charge Manager, creating a high-performing finance function that provides an effective, professional and customer-focused service across Hexagon.
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This is a role where you will be expected not only to ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial information, but also to use your expertise to identify risks and opportunities, challenge assumptions and help shape strategic decision-making.
About you
You will be a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with substantial post-qualification experience.
You will bring:
- Strong experience of forecasting and long-term financial modelling.
- Experience of ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance.
- A strong understanding of treasury, funding and financial planning.
- Experience of leading statutory accounts and regulatory reporting.
- A track record of improving finance systems, processes and controls.
- Strong leadership skills and experience of developing and motivating teams.
- Excellent communication, report writing and presentation skills, with the confidence to work with colleagues at all levels and challenge constructively when required.
- Positive “can do” attitude with commitment to providing excellent service to colleagues, customers and external stakeholders.
Experience of working within social housing or another regulated environment would be advantageous, but we are equally interested in candidates who can demonstrate the breadth of financial leadership experience required to succeed in the role.
Why join Hexagon?
At Hexagon, finance is about much more than numbers. The work of our Finance Team directly supports our ability to invest in homes, provide excellent services and make a positive difference to the communities we serve.
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We are a Great Place to Work accredited organisation with Investors in People Gold accreditation, and we are committed to creating an environment where people feel trusted, supported and empowered to do their best work.
We offer:
- Flexible hybrid working, with 2 days per week office-based
- Private medical insurance
- Pension scheme with 3 x salary life assurance
- 26 days' annual leave, increasing by one day each year to a maximum of 31 days
- Training, development and professional support
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
Join us
If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise with strategic influence, lead a talented team and make a meaningful contribution to the financial resilience and future direction of a purpose-driven housing association, we would love to hear from you.
For further details about the role, please visit our website: www.hexagon.org.uk/careers
Closing date: Wednesday 16th September 2026
Interviews will be held in person on Friday 2nd October 2026
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and making Hexagon an inclusive place to work where everyone can be themselves and feel valued for their contribution.
Accessibility and adjustments
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure inclusivity. If you have any specific requirements, please contact recruitment@hexagon.org.uk.
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