HRA Finance Business Partner

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced HRA Finance Business Partner to join a large London local authority on an interim basis. This role will play a key strategic part in supporting the development and management of the Housing Revenue Account (HRA), during a period of significant housing investment, cost pressure, and transformation. Key Responsibilities * Lead financial business partnering for the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) * Support the budget setting process and medium-term financial planning * Provide robust forecasting, monitoring and variance analysis * Work closely with housing, development, and regeneration teams to support strategic decision-making * Assess and challenge housing development and acquisition business cases * Lead financial oversight of temporary accommodation (TA) budgets, including cost control and recovery strategies * Manage financial pressures associated with homelessness and TA spend (including nightly paid accommodation) * Ensure strong financial governance across HRA revenue and capital programmes * Translate complex financial data into clear insights for senior stakeholders About You * Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) * Strong experience in local government finance, ideally within housing or HRA * Proven background in senior finance business partnering roles * Demonstrable experience managing or supporting temporary accommodation (TA) / homelessness budgets, including cost pressures and forecasting * Strong experience working with capital programmes and housing development * Ability to challenge, influence and engage senior stakeholders * Excellent analytical and communication skills