The Guinness Partnership
Develops, manages, and maintains affordable housing across the UK.
1 days ago
Junior (1-3 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Oldham, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
1,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
statutory reporting
tax filings
data analysis
financial controls
excel reporting
customer service
The core purpose of the position is to support the delivery of a high‑quality reporting and compliance service, ensuring outputs are produced on schedule and in line with accounting standards and tax legislation.
Key responsibilities include assisting with statutory reporting, tax processes and internal financial controls while analysing and manipulating data to meet deadlines. You will also provide clear written and verbal communication and deliver excellent customer service to internal stakeholders.
- Assist in producing statutory reports and tax filings in accordance with accounting standards and legislation.
- Analyse and manipulate financial data to support accurate reporting.
- Maintain and test internal financial controls.
- Prioritise and manage a varied workload to meet agreed deadlines.
- Deliver high‑quality customer service to internal stakeholders.
- Utilise Microsoft Excel and other Office tools to build efficient reporting solutions.
- Apply Guinness behaviours and collaborate across teams.
- Prepare VAT and CIS returns (desirable).
- Lead or support finance‑related project initiatives (desirable).
Requirements
oracle financials
excel
ccab/cima
accounting
self‑motivated
detail‑oriented
We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Accountant – Reporting & Compliance to join the Guinness Team. The role is full‑time (35 hours per week), permanent and based in either Oldham, Bower House or London (Euston Road) with a hybrid working model.
The ideal candidate is self‑motivated, detail‑oriented and able to build strong relationships across the organisation. You should thrive in collaborative environments, demonstrate grit to meet targets and be willing to go the extra mile.
We require a solid grounding in accounting fundamentals, strong Excel skills and experience with Microsoft Office. A part‑qualified CCAB/CIMA qualification (e.g., ACCA Applied Skills, ACA professional level or CIMA Management Level) is essential, and experience with Oracle Financials, VAT/CIS returns or project management is desirable.
- Communicate financial information clearly, both orally and in writing.
- Operate Oracle Financials or similar finance systems (desirable).
- Hold a part‑qualified CCAB/CIMA accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA Applied Skills, ACA professional level, CIMA Management Level).
Benefits
The role offers a competitive salary that includes a £4,000 local job supplement for London‑based staff, a 35‑hour work week and flexible hybrid working. The Guinness Partnership is a leading affordable‑housing provider committed to equal opportunities and reinvests any profit into homes and services for its 160,000 residents.
- Benefit from a 35‑hour week, hybrid working and a £4,000 London location supplement.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
Since 1950
Year Founded
The company has been providing affordable housing across the UK since its establishment in 1950.
60,000+ Homes
Managed Properties
The company manages over 60,000 homes with a focus on sustainable housing solutions.
Culture + Values
44 Farms Reached
Regenerative Agriculture Participation
Collaborating with farmers and agronomists to advance regenerative agriculture practices.
1,400 Acres Farmed
Scale of Regenerative Pilot Program
Implementing regenerative practices across a significant pilot area to improve sustainability.
- We are in it for the long haul – for our people, our products and our planet.
- Collaborative partnerships (e.g. working with farmers, agronomists and supply‑chain partners on regenerative agriculture)
- Data‑driven decision‑making (e.g. baselining carbon footprint, sharing pilot results)
Environment + Sustainability
Net-zero by 2030
Carbon Emissions Target
Aim to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across operations by 2030.
€100M Investment
Sustainability Initiative
Investing €100 million to decarbonize operations and reduce environmental impact.
70% Zero-Emission Fleet
Transport Ambition
Aiming to transition 70% of the transport fleet to zero-emission vehicles by 2025.
- Three‑year regenerative‑agriculture pilot: 44 farms, ~1,400 acres; goals include soil regeneration, carbon sequestration, biodiversity enhancement, reduced synthetic chemical use, improved water quality and farmer livelihoods
- Collaboration on fonio‑based brewing to reduce water/chemical inputs and support soil regeneration
Inclusion & Diversity
30% Increase
Female Leadership Growth
Female leadership roles within the company have grown significantly over the past five years, reflecting a strong commitment to gender diversity in senior positions.
25% Boost
Women in Leadership
Training programs have been instrumental in increasing the representation of women in leadership roles by 25% over the past three years.
1,000+ Supported
Women Empowerment
Partnerships with external organizations have enabled over 1,000 women and girls to benefit from mentoring, education, and vocational training programs.
- Paid pregnancy-loss leave, six months’ fully-paid maternity leave for female employees.