Interim HRA Finance Business Partner

Robertson Bell are working with a Local Authority in London to recruit an Interim HRA Finance Business Partner. A fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant with significant Housing Revenue Account (HRA) experience to join a reputable UK local authority on a temporary basis. The role involves overseeing financial strategies to ensure sustainable investments in housing and estates, supporting budget planning, and providing financial advice to senior stakeholders.

• Leading the preparation of the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) annual statement of accounts and notes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with audit requirements
• Managing the annual housing rent setting process and conducting reviews of tenants' service charges to ensure fairness and affordability
• Developing and maintaining financial models for rent setting, service charge reviews, and the HRA Business Plan to support strategic decision-making
• Supporting the council's financial strategy by contributing to the preparation of HRA budgets for the Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) review
• Providing line management to a small team of 2
• Offering financial advice to senior stakeholders, presenting information on HRA financial matters to committees and forums as required

The position is for a minimum of six months with the potential to be extended further. The role also offers a hybrid working arrangement. The successful candidiate will:

• Have experience in supporting the preparation of HRA budgets for the council's annual Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS).
• Have demonstrable line management experience.
• Be able to provide robust and clear financial advice to senior stakeholders, presenting information on all financial matters relating to the HRA.
• Be a qualified accountant.
• Be immediately available or on a short notice period.

This role presents an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant with extensive experience in Housing Revenue Account (HRA). If you are a dedicated professional who thrives in a challenging financial environment and is committed to ensuring sound financial practices, we encourage you to apply for this position.