New Finance Director for Southern Housing Group
25 January 2008
Barry Nethercott has been appointed Group Finance Director for Southern Housing Group. His appointment follows six months as the Group’s interim finance director and a lengthy recruitment process.
Barry joined the housing sector in 2004, choosing to operate as an interim after a long and successful career with Royal Mail. His decision to be an interim being based on his passion for challenging roles and problem solving.
After four months with Southern Housing Group, Barry reached the conclusion that the Group has enough exciting opportunities and challenges to capture his enthusiasm in the longer term.
The post was advertised, Barry came through the competitive process as the best candidate, and he accepted the position in a permanent capacity.
Barry leads a team of 50 across 4 sites and manages the Group’s finances on behalf of 900 Group staff members, and 48,000 tenants and leaseholders in more than 24,000 properties throughout southern England.
Southern Housing Group’s Chief Executive, Tom Dacey, says: “I’m thrilled that Barry has accepted the role of Group Finance Director and look forward to working very closely with him in the upcoming months, as we continue to streamline our financial processes and consolidate our organisation.”
Barry says: “I’m proud to be joining Southern Housing Group and working for such a multi-faceted organisation. Whether it’s a new-build development, a stock transfer initiative, or simply driving more efficient and effective use of our resources, I look forward to overseeing the finances and ensuring an efficient service and good value for money for all of our residents and stakeholders.”