Finance Business Partner – Housing Revenue Account (HRA)

£500 per day 6-month contract 37 hours per week Start: 5 October 2026 Remote working available with occasional travel to Lowestoft and Melton

We are recruiting an experienced Finance Business Partner with strong Housing Revenue Account (HRA) experience to support a local authority on an initial six-month contract.

This is a senior, hands-on finance role taking responsibility for the financial management of Housing services, with particular focus on the Housing Revenue Account.

### The Role

You will lead on the production and management of the Council's annual HRA revenue and capital budgets, financial monitoring and statutory year-end reporting.

Key responsibilities will include:

Leading the annual HRA revenue and capital budget-setting process

Managing HRA budget monitoring, forecasting and year-end outturn

Producing the statutory HRA year-end account and supporting working papers

Maintaining and developing the 30-year HRA Financial Business Plan

Calculating annual HRA rents and service charges

Providing financial advice, challenge and support to Housing managers and senior leadership

Supporting the Housing Capital Programme and advising on appropriate funding

Preparing financial reports and commentary for senior management, Cabinet and Committees

Providing technical advice around the HRA regulatory and statutory framework

Liaising with internal and external auditors

Supporting wider Housing services including Private Sector Housing and Homelessness

Identifying financial pressures, risks and opportunities and recommending appropriate action ### About You

This role requires someone who can operate confidently at a senior level within a local authority Housing finance environment.

Essential:

Significant Housing Revenue Account (HRA) finance experience Strong knowledge of HRA accounting, budgeting, forecasting and statutory reporting Experience within local authority/public sector finance Qualified accountant – CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent Strong financial modelling, analytical and budget management skills Ability to advise and challenge senior managers confidently Experience producing financial information and reports for senior leadership and/or committees

Previous responsibility for HRA year-end accounts, HRA business planning and Housing Capital Programmes would be particularly valuable.

### Working Arrangements

The role can be undertaken predominantly remotely, although occasional attendance will be required at offices in Lowestoft and Melton. There may also be occasional evening attendance required for Cabinet or Committee meetings. Rate: £500 per day Contract: 5 October 2026 – 2 April 2027 Hours: 37 per week Please apply with an up-to-date CV detailing your Housing Revenue Account experience