At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide strategic financial support for Housing Revenue Account budgets and projects.
- Company: Local authority with a focus on community and housing finance.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid working, and impactful role in local governance.
- Other info: Opportunity to influence key housing investment and business planning initiatives.
- Why this job: Make a difference in housing finance while collaborating with senior stakeholders.
- Qualifications: Strong local government experience and excellent analytical skills required.
We are seeking an experienced Principal Accountant to join a local authority Finance team, with a key focus on Housing Revenue Account (HRA) finance.
The role will provide strategic financial support across HRA revenue and capital budgets, including budget setting, monitoring, forecasting, financial planning and year end accounts. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and budget holders, providing robust financial advice, analysis and constructive challenge, while supporting housing investment, business planning and key projects.
The ideal candidate will have strong local government/HRA experience, excellent technical accounting and analytical skills, and a proven track record of effective finance business partnering. Experience of HRA business planning, capital programmes and housing investment would be highly advantageous.
Interim Principal Accountant - HRA in London employer: Morgan Law
As a local authority, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values the contributions of our team members. Our work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development in the field of Local Government Finance. With a focus on meaningful work and community impact, we offer competitive compensation and a supportive environment where your skills can truly shine.
