Governance and Risk Executive

This is a key role within the Finance and Governance function, responsible for supporting the organisation's risk management, internal control, and governance framework. The Governance & Risk Accountant will: Ensure strong financial governance and compliance Support the identification, monitoring, and mitigation of organisational risks Provide assurance to senior leadership and the Board Key Responsibilities Governance & Compliance Support the delivery and continuous improvement of the organisation's governance framework Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g. Regulator of Social Housing standards) Assist with the preparation of Board and Audit Committee papers Maintain governance registers, policies, and control frameworks Risk Management Support the development and maintenance of the corporate risk register Work with stakeholders to identify, assess and manage risks Monitor risk mitigation actions and provide regular reporting to senior management Embed a risk-aware culture across the organisation Financial Controls & Assurance Review and enhance internal controls and financial processes Support internal and external audit processes, acting as a key liaison Monitor compliance with financial policies and procedures Identify opportunities for process improvement and risk reduction Reporting & Analysis Produce high-quality reports on risk, governance, and financial controls Provide analysis and insight to support decision-making at senior level Assist in the preparation of regulatory returns and compliance submissions Business Support & Engagement Work closely with Finance, Operations, and Leadership teams Provide guidance to non-finance stakeholders on risk and governance matters Support training and awareness around governance and controls Person Specification Essential Professionally qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CIPFA) Strong experience within financial controls, audit, or risk management Experience working in a housing association, public sector, or regulated environment Solid understanding of governance frameworks and compliance requirements Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Desirable Knowledge of the Regulator of Social Housing standards Experience of working with Audit Committees or Board-level reporting Understanding of internal audit or assurance frameworks (e.g. Three Lines of Defence) Experience with risk management systems or tools Key Competencies Strong governance mindset High level of integrity and accountability Proactive and solutions-focused Ability to influence and challenge constructively Organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities Benefits Competitive salary (£50k-£60k) Hybrid/flexible working Generous pension scheme 25-30 days annual leave + bank holidays Professional development and career progression opportunities Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website