Leading housing provider, Stonewater, has appointed Kirsty Spark to the role of Chief Financial Officer, who will join the organisation’s Chief Officer Group to lead on Finance, Governance and Assurance.

Kirsty currently serves as Chief Financial Officer at affordable housing provider Accent Group Ltd and is also a Board and Audit committee member alongside being Chair of Governance and Remuneration Committee of Leeds Federated Housing Association.

Kirsty says:

“I’m excited to be joining Stonewater at such an important point in its journey. My time at Accent has given me invaluable experience, opportunities to grow and the privilege of working alongside exceptional colleagues, for which I’ll always be grateful. Those experiences have reinforced my belief that strong financial stewardship is about enabling organisations to invest in homes, communities and the services customers rely on with an emphasis on a customer-first approach.

“The need for good quality, safe, sustainable homes is greater than ever and I’m looking forward to being part of Stonewater’s success story in creating more opportunities for people to have a place to call home.”

Since joining Accent in 2018 as Financial Controller, Kirsty progressed to Chief Financial Officer, playing a central role in one of the organisation’s most significant periods of growth and transformation. During her time with Accent she helped secure the organisation’s landmark £350 million bond, strengthened its long-term financial resilience. Alongside this, Kirsty led a broad corporate portfolio spanning Finance, People and Culture, Technology, Data, Governance, Risk and Assurance, helping Accent retain its G1/V1 regulatory ratings and Standard & Poor’s A credit rating while supporting the organisation through change.

Jonathan Layzell, Chief Executive at Stonewater, said:

 “Kirsty’s appointment is a very welcome addition to Stonewater’s Chief Officer Group. Her extensive financial expertise alongside her astute insight and genuine passion for customer excellence really stood out for us. She has a great ability to inspire others and create strong relationships with stakeholders which align with our values and organisational goals.

“I have no doubt that she’ll be a brilliant asset to our senior team, building on our financial strength to deliver our corporate plan and strategic objectives, ensuring we remain well placed to realise our ambitions and meet future challenges.”

Kirsty will take up her new position as Chief Financial Officer with Stonewater from 24 November 2026.