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Senior Financial Analyst
Senior Finance Analyst x2 (Financial Strategy, Planning & Performance Team) & Senior Business Accounting x1
Contract & Location
- Role Type: Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week)
- Location: Stratford, London or Old Trafford, Manchester
- Working Pattern: Agile Worker – 20%–40% of hours to be worked from home (hybrid)
Grade & Salary
- Grade: 9
- Starting Salary:
- £48,691 per annum (London-weighted)
- £42,668 per annum (Regional, dependent on experience)
Closing Date
- Applications Close: 16 July 2026
- Interviews: TBC (Early applications encouraged—roles may close sooner)
About the Role
L&Q is seeking commercially astute, technically skilled individuals to join as Senior Finance Analysts in the Financial Strategy, Planning & Performance Team. This is a pivotal opportunity to gain strategic financial oversight while partnering across the business.
Two Senior Finance Analyst roles are available, along with: ⌄ 1x Senior Business Accounting Analyst Qualification: Finalist or part-qualified with a recognised accounting body Experience: Relevant experience in Finance (Housing/Property/Construction) or complex organisational environments
Your Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities (All Roles):
- Provide strategic financial support and insightful management information for business decision-making.
- Partner with budget holders, operational teams, and executive stakeholders.
- Assess KPIs, business performance, and financial compliance.
- Review and improve finance processes, internal controls, and audit readiness.
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1x Senior Finance Analyst – Business Accounting
- Act as a business partner to Development, Property Services, Customer Services & Corporate Services.
- Lead preparation of statutory accounts for subsidiaries/joint ventures (including group consolidations).
- Collaborate with external auditors to ensure accuracy and deadlines.
- Oversee audit processes: schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
- Maintain strong internal controls and compliance.
1x Senior Finance Analyst – Corporate Services
- Support core business functions: Finance, Governance, HR.
- Provide financial analysis for strategic growth and sustainability.
- Align financial services with governance and strategic objectives.
- Manage budgeting, reporting, and financial targets/KPIs.
- Maintain compliance and accurate financial reporting.
What You’ll Bring
- Academic & Professional Requirements:
- Part-qualified with an accounting body (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW).
- Hands-on experience in finance, housing, property/construction, or large organisations.
- Skills & Attributes:
- Expert in advanced Excel, ERP systems, and financial analysis.
- Exceptional communication skills and proven business partnering experience.
- Strong in time management, project coordination, and process improvement.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and drive data-driven decision-making.
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About L&Q
L&Q is one of the UK’s largest housing associations, helping 250,000 people live safely and affordably across London and Manchester. Our purpose builds on our core values—integrity, respect, teamwork, and accountability (IRTA). At L&Q, we:
- Embrace diversity and inclusion (Disability Confident Lead organisation).
- Commit to sustainability in all we do.
- Offer a supportive culture with meaningful career growth.
Your Benefits
⌄ Pension Plan: Triple contribution (6% employer matched). ⌄ Leave: 28 days annual leave (rising to 31) + Bank Holidays. ⌄ Employee Support: Voluntary hours (paid leave for volunteering), health cash plan, health insurance, and counselling. ⌄ Flexibility: Hybrid working + lifestyle and EAP benefits. ⌄ Community Impact: Meaningful contribution to London’s housing sector.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now to join L&Q’s team—your talents are essential to our mission! For further details, visit the L&Q website or email lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk (with requests for reasonable adjustments).
Early applications encouraged—gap-filling candidates considered! L&Q reserves the right to shortlist without interviewing and to make adjustments to the close date.
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