Job Introduction
Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Salary: £13.12 per hour
Location: Stafford with hybrid working
Hours: 20 hours per week (working hours to be discussed at interview)
Contract type: Fixed term contract until 31st March 2026
About the role
We have a great opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join us on a part-time, fixed term basis working in the Finance team at Housing Plus Group.
The role
As an Accounts Assistant, you will provide support to the Group Financial Controller and the Purchase and Sales Ledger team with the daily processing of invoices and handling related administrative tasks. The position will also support the finance function by responding to basic audit and information requests, as well as carrying out low-level reconciliations, including supplier statement and balance sheet reconciliations.
What skills and experience we are looking for:
- Strong numerical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Computer skills: general IT skills and excellent working knowledge of Excel (including pivot tables, lookups).
- GCSE A*-C / 4 and above or Functional Skills Level 2 equivalent in Maths and English (Desirable)
- Demonstrable commitment to excellent customer service in all activities and able to identify customer needs and resolve issues.
- Able to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing.
- The ability to manage time, meet deadlines and prioritise
- Team worker as well as able to work on own initiative
We can offer you
A comprehensive induction programme with excellent learning opportunities; with mandatory and specialist training available. We can offer 25 days holiday (increasing with each year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days), bank holidays and three concessionary days over the Christmas period. We also offer the option to join our contributory pension scheme, access to a dedicated Employee Healthcare Portal, eye care vouchers and a cycle to work scheme. Please see our HPG Benefits page for more information.
About Us
We’re one of the West Midlands’ largest housing and care providers, with over 33,000 homes and a bold vision for the future. We create places people are proud to call home.
The way we work is shaped by three simple behaviours:
- Own it – make it happen
- Improve it - move things forward.
- Live it – show understanding and compassion
We’re building something special and need talented people to help lead the way. There’s never been a better time to join us and make a real difference.
Our Inclusive Culture:
The Housing Plus Group is an inclusive employer committed to supporting all employees. We know that people perform better when they can be themselves, so creating a culture which is inclusive isn’t only the right thing to do, but is crucial to the success of any organisation. All of our employee networks make a positive contribution to how we are able to support all of our staff and includes networks such as our LGBTQ+ employee group, disability positive, heritage and culture and our allies’ network.
How to apply
Please hit the Apply Now button to apply online with your up-to-date CV. If you need any support in submitting your application, please email careers@hpg.org.uk
Closing date: Friday 16th January 2026 - interviews may take place throughout the advert.
- We are committed to carrying out safeguarding checks with all our colleagues. These checks may vary according to the role you have applied for, please refer to the job description for this role for details.
- We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
- If you have not received an update within 2 working weeks of submitting your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
* Terms and Conditions are subject to review and may be amended from time to time, any changes to benefits advertised would be discussed during offer and onboarding.
