Interim Finance Business Partner - Development

Bayman Atkinson Smythe; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned housing association in the North West is seeking an Interim Development Accountant to support financial management and analysis during a transitional period. The role offers hybrid working, allowing flexibility while making a significant impact on development finance. Candidates should be qualified accountants with strong analytical and financial modelling skills. This position is ideal for those looking for a meaningful assignment with a respected organization.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Immediate impact opportunities

Working with a respected social mission

Qualifications

• Qualified or QBE accountant with relevant housing/property sector experience.
• Working knowledge of Open Accounts.
• Strong financial modelling and cash-flow forecasting skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality financial analysis and support on development projects.
• Produce management accounts and cash-flow forecasts.
• Review and maintain development appraisals and financial models.

Skills

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Financial modelling

Cash-flow forecasting

Partnership with non-finance colleagues

Education

Qualified or QBE accountant

Tools

Open Accounts

Job description

Overview

Interim Development Accountant Housing Association North West Hybrid (1 dpw)

A respected housing association in the North West is seeking an Interim Finance Business Partner to provide financial expertise and support across predominantly development finance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who can quickly add value, bring strong analytical skills, and ensure robust financial management during a period of transition.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality financial analysis and support on development projects and new-home sales.
• Produce management accounts and cash-flow forecasts for development schemes.
• Review and maintain development appraisals and financial models.
• Support the treasury operations, liquidity planning, and covenant compliance.
• Support regulatory returns and external reporting requirements.

The ideal interim

• Qualified or QBE accountant with relevant housing/property sector experience.
• Working knowledge of Open Accounts
• Strong financial modelling and cash-flow forecasting skills.
• Understanding of development schemes
• Able to partner effectively with non-finance colleagues and senior leaders.
• Confident, hands-on, and able to deliver quickly in a fast-moving environment.

Why take this assignment

• Flexible, very hybrid working (typically 1 day per week in the office - possibility of remote).
• Chance to make an immediate impact on development finance
• Work with a respected housing association with a strong social mission.