Housing Finance Business Partner (HRA)

Day Rate: £600 per day

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)
Contract: Interim initial 3 months
Hays is working with a local council to recruit an experienced Housing Finance Business Partner to support the Housing Revenue Account (HRA). This is a key interim role focused on budget setting, financial monitoring, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead financial planning and budget monitoring for the Housing Revenue Account.
• Ensure compliance with relevant housing finance regulations and local government standards.
• Provide expert financial insight and support to senior stakeholders across housing services.
• Manage and develop a team of three:

Finance Business Partner
Assistant Finance Business Partner (AFBP)
Interim Capital Accountant

• Oversee financial reporting and analysis using Oracle financial systems.
• Contribute to strategic decision-making and service improvement initiatives.

Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Accountant (e.g., CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, ACA).
• Extensive experience in local government housing finance, particularly HRA.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities.
• Proficient in Oracle or similar financial systems.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to make a real impact in a high-profile area of local government. If you are ready to take on your next role, we’d love to hear from you. #