Coastline Housing is partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell in the search for a Head of Finance Planning & Control.
Coastline is a values-driven housing association committed to delivering high-quality homes and services across Cornwall. With a strong focus on financial sustainability, customer-first service, and continuous improvement, the organisation is building a data-driven and forward-thinking finance function to support its long-term corporate plan.
The Role
The Head of Finance Planning & Control is a senior leadership role within the Finance & Performance team, reporting directly to the Director of Finance. You will lead on financial planning, treasury management, and tax strategy, while ensuring robust financial controls and high-quality insight to support strategic decision-making across the organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
*Lead the Group’s financial planning function, ensuring accurate and timely business and rent plans to inform strategic decisions.
*Oversee treasury management, ensuring compliance with funding agreements and proactive management of debt, cashflow, and security.
*Support the Director of Finance in securing appropriate funding to meet organisational needs.
*Lead tax planning activities, ensuring compliance while optimising financial efficiency.
*Ensure all regulatory returns are completed accurately and on time.
*Provide financial support to development activities in partnership with the
*Development Finance function.
*Oversee purchase ledger operations and ensure robust financial systems and controls are in place.
*Drive continuous improvement of financial processes, policies, and systems.
*Partner with stakeholders across the organisation to deliver meaningful financial insight and support effective decision-making.
*Contribute to the development of a data-driven, high-performing finance team.
*Deputise for the Director of Finance and support the wider Senior Management Group as required.
Candidate Requirements
We are seeking a strategic, technically strong, and collaborative finance professional with:
*A recognised professional accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CPFA or equivalent).
*Proven experience in long-term financial planning and treasury management.
*Strong understanding of financial accounting principles, tax, and regulatory requirements.
*A track record of improving financial processes, systems, and controls.
*Experience managing and developing high-performing teams.
*Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial information.
*Advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency.
*The ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders across the organisation.
Desirable:
*Experience within the housing association or public sector environment.
*Exposure to development finance activities.
Benefits
Coastline offers a competitive and attractive benefits package, including:
*Electric car scheme.
*Relocation package available for candidates moving to the area.
*Generous pension contribution of 8%.
*Flexible and hybrid working options.
*The opportunity to work in a values-driven organisation making a real impact.
Location
Based at Coastline House in Cornwall, with hybrid working 3 in the office.