Finance Business Partner

Schools’ Choice; Woodbridge; On-site; GBP 78,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£500 per day

Remote working

Strategic finance assignment

Influence housing decisions

Collaborative environment

Flexible working

Job summary

Schools’ Choice is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner with strong Housing Revenue Account (HRA) expertise to support a local authority on an interim basis. The role is predominantly remote with occasional travel to offices in Lowestoft and Melton.

You will lead HRA budgeting and year-end processes, provide strategic financial input to housing services, and collaborate with senior stakeholders and cabinet members to shape financial decisions.

Qualifications

• CIPFA/ACCA or equivalent professional accountancy qualification.
• Significant experience as Finance Business Partner in Local Government.
• Strong HRA experience and budget/year-end lead.
• Knowledge of housing finance legislation and statutory reporting.
• Experience supporting housing-related services.

Responsibilities

• Lead HRA revenue and capital budgets.
• Deliver the HRA year-end statement.
• Provide financial advice across Housing Revenue Account, Private Sector Housing and Homelessness.
• Support Service Managers, Senior Management and Councillors with forecasting and decision-making.
• Monitor budgets and ensure governance.
• Contribute to corporate transformation projects.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and council policies.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across the organisation.

Skills

Autonomy

Organisation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Business acumen

Education

CIPFA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

Finance Business Partner (HRA)

£500 per day | Remote Working | Local Government

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Finance Business Partner with strong Housing Revenue Account (HRA) experience to support a local authority on an interim basis. This is a predominantly remote opportunity, offering flexibility alongside the chance to work closely with senior stakeholders across housing services. Occasional travel to offices in Lowestoft and Melton will be required, along with some evening attendance at Cabinet meetings when necessary.

The Role

As Finance Business Partner, you will take the lead on the financial management and strategic oversight of the Council's Housing Revenue Account (HRA), ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and supporting key decision-making across housing services.

• Leading the production of the annual HRA revenue and capital budgets.
• Preparing and delivering the HRA year-end statement in accordance with statutory reporting requirements.
• Providing expert financial advice and support across Housing Revenue Account, Private Sector Housing and Homelessness services.
• Supporting Service Managers, Senior Management and Councillors with financial planning, forecasting and decision-making.
• Monitoring and managing budgets, ensuring effective financial control and governance.
• Contributing to wider corporate initiatives and transformation projects.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant financial legislation, regulations and Council policies.
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation and acting as a trusted financial advisor.

About You

• Essential Experience
• CIPFA/ACCA or equivalent
• Significant experience working as a Finance Business Partner within Local Government.
• Strong and demonstrable Housing Revenue Account (HRA) experience.
• Experience of leading HRA budget setting and year-end processes.
• Knowledge of housing finance legislation and statutory reporting requirements.
• Experience providing financial support to housing-related services.

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet demanding deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong business acumen with the confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.
• Ability to build effective relationships across a range of service areas.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach to financial management.

What's on Offer?

• £500 per day
• Predominantly remote working
• High-profile strategic finance assignment
• Opportunity to influence key housing and financial decisions
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• Flexible working arrangements

If you are an experienced Finance Business Partner with proven HRA expertise and are looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

All offers will be subject to satisfactory compliance screening, including right to work in the UK and references.