A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join this London Borough as their permanent Head of Finance Business Partnering - Housing. The role provides you with the opportunity to provide expert financial advice to senior management and elected members to inform strategic decision-making and ensure alignment with the organisation's long-term financial goals as well as develop, implement, and monitor financial strategies that support the organisation's objectives and enhance financial sustainability, including being a trusted advisor on transformation, efficiency and wider savings plans, programmes and initiatives.

To be considered for the role you will need to be an experienced housing finance professional with a passion for transformation and service improvement. You will also need to demonstrate that you can lead and shape the future of Housing Finance within a progressive London Borough.

The Role
You will lead the Housing Finance Business Partnering function, supporting senior stakeholders across General Fund Housing and the HRA, driving financial strategy, performance, and transformation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading finance business partnering across Housing services
• Supporting and influencing senior leadership decision-making
• Driving financial transformation and service improvement initiatives
• Ensuring robust financial planning, forecasting, and governance
• Acting as a strategic advisor across Housing and corporate finance

To be considered for the role you will need to be able to demonstrate the following:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Current or recent experience as Head of Finance (Housing)
• Strong knowledge of General Fund Housing and HRA
• Proven track record in leading teams and driving transformation
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills

The role is being offered on a permanent basis with a salary range of £79K-£85K with hybrid working patterns.