OverviewFinance Business Partner (HRA) – ExternalAn opportunity to join the Council’s Financial Planning Team as Housing Revenue Accounts Finance Business Partner during an exciting time as we further develop and improve our financial management and processes following the implementation of Unit 4 ERPx.You will support the service with the annual budget setting and monitoring processes, along with providing ad-hoc financial advice, undertaking project work and year end closure activities. You will contribute to the overall HRA financial strategy and work closely with the Council’s Housing Service, playing an integral role in contributing to continuous improvement and increased efficiency in the delivery of the Housing Service. The ideal candidate must have previous experience of working in a financial planning environment, with knowledge of Housing Revenue Accounts. You will also need experience of effective budget preparation and monitoring, understanding of statutory accounting and reporting requirements, general accounting principles and report writing.ResponsibilitiesSupport the service with annual budget setting and monitoring processes, ad-hoc financial advice, project work and year end closure activities.Contribute to the HRA financial strategy and work closely with the Housing Service to drive continuous improvement and efficiency in service delivery.Apply knowledge of Housing Revenue Accounts, statutory accounting and reporting requirements, general accounting principles and report writing.QualificationsExperience of working in a financial planning environment with knowledge of Housing Revenue Accounts.Experience of effective budget preparation and monitoring.Understanding of statutory accounting and reporting requirements, general accounting principles and report writing.Benefits36.25 hrs per week with an annual salary of £37,820 - £40,777Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years (full time equivalent)Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 25% employer’s contributionEmployee benefits programme including payback on medical, dental and optical expensesContinued training and development opportunitiesHow to applyYou can apply for this post online at NWLDC’s jobs and careers page. Applications must be made using the online application process.Equal opportunitiesDisabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.Devolution and further informationThis is an exciting time of change at NWLDC as we progress devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR). To learn more about what this means, email hr@nwleicestershire.gov.uk if you have any questions.Closing Date: Sunday 2 November 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr