Head of Finance Business Partnering

Head of Finance Business Partnering – Housing

Grays, 2 days per week in office

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Financial Management & Procurement this role will support the Housing directorate covering both HRA and General Fund. The successful candidate will be expected to build relationships with senior stakeholders in the service, providing them with challenge where needed and helping the service drive through saving and efficiencies.

The role is integral to the development of the HRA Business Plan and financial modelling, produce associated Cabinet and Committee reports, and own the right to buy model.

• Support strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Provide financial analysis, advice, and constructive challenge to stakeholders.
• Monitor financial performance, identifying risks, pressures, and opportunities.
• Contribute to business cases, transformation programmes, and service improvements.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, policies, and governance standards.
• Build strong working relationships to improve financial understanding and accountability.

We are looking for a motivated and capable finance professional who can operate effectively within a complex and evolving organisation. You will demonstrate both technical expertise and strong stakeholder engagement skills.

• Relevant professional qualification (e.g., CCAB/CIMA or equivalent) or significant relevant experience appropriate to the seniority of the role.
• Strong technical financial knowledge including budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and financial analysis.
• Experience working in a complex organisational environment with multiple stakeholders (local government or public sector experience desirable for most roles).
• Ability to influence, challenge, and support senior managers and budget holders to improve financial performance and decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance audiences.
• Strong IT skills, including advanced Excel and familiarity with financial systems.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work proactively, and deliver to deadlines.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration, and delivering high-quality public services.

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