HRA Lead Business Partner

HRA Lead Business Partner

A London Local Authority is looking for a HRA Lead Business Partner to join the team, in this unique and vibrant workplace, nestled in the heart of London!

Salary: £77,136 - £88,230 per annum

Location: London/Hybrid (3 days in the office)

Contract Type: Permanent

Lead Financial Strategy & Shape Housing Investment

This central London Borough is transforming how finance supports decision-making, ensuring our Housing Revenue Account (HRA) is managed effectively and sustainably. As HRA Lead Business Partner, you will be the technical expert for the Council s HRA, providing strategic financial leadership across housing services and capital investment. This is a pivotal role where you will guide senior leaders, manage financial planning for investment in council homes, and embed best practice financial governance.

You will lead a team of two Finance Business Partners, ensuring robust financial planning, insight-led reporting, and compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.

What You ll Be Doing:

Strategic Financial Leadership Lead on all aspects of HRA financial management, ensuring long-term financial sustainability and compliance with statutory requirements.

Supporting Decision-Making & Business Planning Provide expert financial advice to senior leaders, Members, and housing teams to inform investment decisions and policy development.

Managing the HRA Business Plan Oversee the creation, monitoring, and evaluation of the 30-year Housing Asset Management Plan, ensuring accountability and value for money.

Budgeting & Forecasting Manage HRA budget-setting and forecasting, ensuring accurate financial planning and risk management.

Making the Most of Oracle Fusion Help senior stakeholders to use real-time financial data to make informed decisions, while using system insights to enhance financial planning.

Maximising Housing Investment Oversee financial modelling and business planning for investment in existing council homes and future housing stock.

Driving Financial Performance Ensure effective monitoring of HRA finances, identifying risks early and implementing strategies to address them.

Leading Capital Programme Finance Manage the financial and business planning process for the HRA capital programme, ensuring effective financial control and reporting.

Embedding Financial Governance & Compliance Ensure adherence to all regulatory and statutory requirements, delivering transparent and accountable financial management.

Developing Finance Business Partners Lead and mentor a team of two Finance Business Partners, ensuring they provide high-quality financial support to housing teams.

What We re Looking For:

Essential - Qualified Accountant (CCAB/CIMA) Preferably CIPFA, with a strong foundation in HRA finance and statutory reporting.

Expert Knowledge of HRA Finance Strong understanding of rent setting, capital investment, grant funding, and financial sustainability for social housing.

Strategic & Analytical Thinking Ability to develop financial models, interpret trends, and provide insightful recommendations.

Experience in Local Government Housing Finance Understanding of the regulatory framework for HRA and key influences on central government funding.

Strong Business Partnering Skills Confidence in working with senior stakeholders, challenging assumptions, and influencing decision-making.

Financial Reporting & Planning Expertise Experience in managing large and complex budgets, including capital programmes and business planning.

Why Join Us

Influential Leadership Role Shape the future of housing finance and play a key role in investment decisions.

Exciting Transformation Agenda Work within a finance team committed to improving self-service budgeting and financial governance.

Opportunities for Career Growth Be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking finance function that supports professional development.

Generous Benefits Package including 31 days annual leave (increasing with long service), Local Government Pension Scheme, family-friendly and flexible working, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, volunteering leave and season ticket loans. Further benefits after 12-months service include travel allowance (London Underground zones 1-2) and professional fees paid.

Ready to Make an Impact Apply Now! Submit your CV and a supporting statement (2-4 sides A4 maximum) setting out how you meet the role requirements.

Deadline: Sunday 9th March 2025

Diversity & Inclusion: This London Borough is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Other roles you may have experience of could include Finance Business Partner, Financial Accountant, Financial Controller, Housing Accountant, Finance Manager, Business Accountant, Revenue Accountant, Accountant, HRA, Housing Revenue Accountant, Social Care, Housing Finance Business Partner, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.