Finance Business Partner

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Essential Requirements Mandatory Requirements Qualified CIPFA ACCA ACA CIMA or equivalent CCAB qualification. Significant experience within Housing Finance. Strong Housing Revenue Account (HRA) experience is essential. Experience producing HRA budgets HRA outturns and HRA statutory accounts. Experience developing and maintaining HRA Business Plans. Experience supporting Housing Capital Programmes. Strong Local Authority finance experience. Experience presenting financial information to senior management Cabinet Members and committees. Ability to work strategically while also handling operational financial management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Lead the production of the annual HRA revenue and capital budget. Lead the production of the annual statutory HRA year-end statement and supporting working papers. Prepare HRA budget reports for Cabinet and Committee approval. Calculate annual HRA rents and service charges in accordance with legislation and Council policies. Manage and monitor HRA financial performance. Provide expert advice on the HRA regulatory and financial framework. Contribute to Treasury Management activities relating to the HRA. Ensure effective funding of the Housing Capital Programme. Strategic Financial Management Support delivery of the Councils Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS). Provide financial advice challenge and support to Service Managers and Senior Officers. Lead on financial planning forecasting and budget monitoring across Housing Services. Deliver monthly quarterly and year-end financial reporting. identify financial pressures risks savings opportunities and corrective actions. Support organisational transformation and service improvement programmes. Conduct financial appraisals and assessments of contractors and funding proposals. Business Planning & Reporting Maintain and develop the HRA 30-Year Financial Business Plan. Produce financial modelling and long-term sustainability forecasts. Complete Government returns statistical returns and partner funding reports. Prepare reports for: Cabinet Committees Corporate Management Team Senior Leadership Teams Liaise with Internal and External Audit teams. Ensure compliance with local government finance regulations and statutory requirements. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement Act as the lead finance officer for Housing Services. Provide coaching support and financial guidance to service managers. Supervise and support the Housing Support Accountant. Attend Cabinet and Committee meetings as required. Deputise for the Finance Planning Manager Deputy Chief Finance Officer or Chief Finance Officer when required. Work collaboratively with Housing Teams Government Departments and external partners to maximise funding opportunities. Essential Skills & Experience Extensive Housing Finance experience. Detailed knowledge of: Housing Revenue Accounts (HRA) HRA Business Planning Local Authority Accounting Housing Capital Funding Financial Regulations Experience producing: Statutory Accounts Budget Reports Financial Forecasts MTFS Contributions Cabinet Reports Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Experience influencing senior stakeholders and elected members. Strong coaching and financial business partnering skills. Desirable Requirements CIPFA Qualification. Housing qualification such as CIH Level 3 or above. Experience supervising finance staff. Knowledge of Housing (Standards for Rented Houses) Regulations 2019. Experience within District or Borough Councils. Working Arrangements Remote working is available. Occasional travel to Lowestoft and Melton offices will be required. Some evening availability may be needed to attend Cabinet or Committee meetings in person. Full driving licence required with DVLA check required prior to commencement. Whats on Offer 500 per day (Umbrella) 6 Month Contract 37 Hours Per Week Remote Working Available Bi-weekly Pay Opportunity to lead a key Housing Finance portfolio. Strategic role with significant stakeholder exposure. Involvement in HRA budgeting business planning capital programmes and corporate financial strategy. High-profile position within a Local Authority finance team. Suitable for candidates with experience as a Housing Finance Business Partner HRA Finance Manager Senior Finance Business Partner Principal Accountant Housing Accountant Finance Manager (Housing) Capital Finance Manager or Local Government Finance Consultant with significant Housing Revenue Account experience.