At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Council’s Housing Service with budget management and financial strategy.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking Council committed to community welfare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, generous holiday, and pension scheme.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse applicants and offering career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in housing finance while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in financial planning and knowledge of Housing Revenue Accounts required.
The predicted salary is between 37280 - 37280 £ per year.
An opportunity to join the Council’s Financial Planning Team in a key role as Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Finance Business Partner. In this role you will support the Council’s Housing Service in managing the HRA with annual budget setting and monitoring processes, provide ad‑hoc financial advice, undertake project work and year‑end closure activities, and contribute to the overall HRA financial strategy, continuous improvement and increased efficiency in the delivery of the Housing Service.
Qualifications
- You must have previous experience of working in a financial planning environment, ideally with some knowledge of Housing Revenue Accounts.
- Demonstrable experience of effective budget preparation and monitoring.
- Understanding of statutory accounting and reporting requirements.
- General accounting principles.
- Effective report writing.
Benefits
- 36.25 hrs per week with annual salary starting at £37,280 (2026 pay award pending).
- Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working.
- 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years.
- Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 22% employer’s contribution.
- Employee benefits programme including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses.
- Continued training and development opportunities.
Contact: Georgie Gwillim (Team Manager) – georgina.gwillim@nwleicestershire.gov.uk or 01530 454321. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Closing Date: Sunday 21 June 2026.
Finance Business Partner, Housing Revenue Account (HRA) employer: North West Leicestershire District Council
Join a supportive and dynamic team within the Council’s Financial Planning Team, where your expertise as a Finance Business Partner will directly contribute to enhancing the Housing Revenue Account. With a strong commitment to employee development, an agile working scheme, and generous holiday allowances, this role offers a fulfilling work-life balance in a community-focused environment that values diversity and inclusion.
Contact Details:
North West Leicestershire District Council Recruitment Team
