Deputy Finance Manager, HRA – Public Sector Finance

Hammond Clarke; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity is looking for a motivated Deputy Finance Manager to enhance the financial management of its Housing Revenue Account (HRA). This role involves preparing budgets, providing financial analysis, and supervising a small team to ensure compliance and strong controls. Ideal candidates will have finance qualifications (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA) and skills in analysis and stakeholder management. This position offers a great opportunity for career advancement in public-sector finance.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or fully qualified in finance or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of local authority finance, ideally including HRA.
• Ability to meet deadlines and support service improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of HRA budgets.
• Provide insightful financial analysis for strategic decision-making.
• Supervise a small team to ensure financial controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Proactive work approach

Education

CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent

Job description

A local government entity is looking for a motivated Deputy Finance Manager to enhance the financial management of its Housing Revenue Account (HRA). This role involves preparing budgets, providing financial analysis, and supervising a small team to ensure compliance and strong controls. Ideal candidates will have finance qualifications (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA) and skills in analysis and stakeholder management. This position offers a great opportunity for career advancement in public-sector finance.