Interim Finance Partner, HRA & Housing Strategy (Hybrid)

Adecco Colombia S.A.; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a Finance Business Partner to lead Housing Revenue Account finance for a local authority. The role is hybrid in Wolverhampton, 3 days per month in the office, for a 12-month interim term.

You will manage the HRA budget, develop the 30-year HRA business plan, oversee capital programmes, and provide strategic financial advice to Housing Directors and Budget Managers. The ideal candidate holds CIPFA/ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent, with strong local government finance experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified accounting designation (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
• Extensive experience in local authority finance, especially HRA.
• Strong skills in HRA budgeting, financial reporting, and capital programmes.
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and communicate financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead HRA Financial Management and oversee HRA operations.
• Develop and maintain the 30-Year HRA Business Plan.
• Support annual HRA Revenue Budget and contribute to MTFS.
• Monitor housing income performance (rental income & service charges).
• Advise on housing policy developments and implications.
• Manage the Housing Capital Programme and refurbishment projects.
• Lead annual financial reporting in line with local government standards.
• Engage with Housing Directors and Budget Managers to present data.

Skills

HRA finance

Capital programme management

Forecasting

Stakeholder management

Financial reporting

Education

CIPFA/ACCA/CIMA/ACA

Job description

Adecco is seeking a Finance Business Partner to lead Housing Revenue Account finance for a local authority. The role is hybrid in Wolverhampton, 3 days per month in the office, for a 12-month interim term.

You will manage the HRA budget, develop the 30-year HRA business plan, oversee capital programmes, and provide strategic financial advice to Housing Directors and Budget Managers. The ideal candidate holds CIPFA/ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent, with strong local government finance experience.