HRA Finance Strategy Lead: Budget, Rent & Assets

Colchester City Council; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Colchester is seeking a Finance Manager to lead on Housing Revenue Account and financial management. The role requires expertise in budget-setting and forecasting, effective monitoring of finances, and strong communication skills. Candidates should be part qualified with a CCAB body and have relevant experience, preferably within the public sector. This is a permanent position offering a chance to engage with key stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge and experience in financial management, preferably in the public sector.
• Actively studying towards full CCAB qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage HRA budget-setting and forecasting.
• Ensure effective monitoring of HRA finances.
• Oversee the financial and business planning process for the HRA capital programme.
• Forecast and manage HRA debt levels.
• Provide regular updates and briefings to the Senior Management Team.

Skills

Financial management

Budget setting

Risk management

Communication

Education

Part qualified with a CCAB body

Job description

A local government authority in Colchester is seeking a Finance Manager to lead on Housing Revenue Account and financial management. The role requires expertise in budget-setting and forecasting, effective monitoring of finances, and strong communication skills. Candidates should be part qualified with a CCAB body and have relevant experience, preferably within the public sector. This is a permanent position offering a chance to engage with key stakeholders.