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Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Strategic Financial Advisor, LB RICHMOND UPON THAMES & LB WANDSWORTH
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Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Strategic Financial Advisor
Salary & Terms
- Salary Range: £48,873 - £58,820 per annum
- Tenure: Two-year fixed-term contract
- Hours: Full-time (36 hours)
- Location: Wandsworth Town Hall
About the Role
Wandsworth Council manages one of London’s largest and most ambitious Housing Revenue Accounts, with annual housing expenditure exceeding £180m and a capital investment programme exceeding £660m over the next three years. This newly created position offers the opportunity to work within the central finance team, offering strategic financial leadership and shaping long-term housing outcomes.
The Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Strategic Financial Advisor will:
- Support financial decision-making for high-profile housing services
- Ensure long-term sustainability of the HRA
- Drive ambitious investments in housing, estates, and community services
If you have a finance background and want to make a direct impact on housing outcomes, this role is ideal for a candidate who wants to help shape the future of Wandsworth’s council housing.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Lead development and monitoring of the 30-year business plan, ensuring alignment with corporate and housing strategies
- Provide strategic financial advice to senior leaders, Cabinet Members, and housing service directors
- Conduct financial modelling to assess rent policies, inflation impact, and housing growth plans
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, CIPFA Codes of Practice, and financial frameworks
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Financial Planning & Reporting
- Oversee preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and medium-term financial plans
- Produce HRA outturn reports, including variance analysis and performance insights
- Support housing and capital investment decisions through accurate, timely financial data
- Collaborate with Audit, Treasury and Internal Audit to maintain strong governance
Capital Investment & Asset Management
- Support financial planning for capital programmes, including new builds and major repairs
- Assist in the financial appraisal of development projects, regeneration schemes, and stock investments
- Optimise capital financing (borrowing, grants, reserves) for long-term HRA sustainability
Leadership & Collaboration
- Build partnerships across Service Areas and improve financial literacy for non-financial managers
- Represent the organisation at internal/external forums on HRA and housing finance
Essential & Preferred Qualifications
Essential Requirements
- CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent certification)
- Substantial experience in local authority/social housing finance, particularly in HRA management
- Proven expertise in long-term financial planning, business modelling, and investment appraisal
- Strong understanding of housing policy, capital financing frameworks, and rent setting regulations
- Proficiency in financial planning tools with strong analytical problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities, particularly in explaining complex issues
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Preferred (but not essential)
- Experience with VFM (Value for Money) reporting
- Knowledge of LETF (Local Electricity Trading Framework) and sole trader arrangements
- Familiarity with innovative financing models
Recruitment Timeline
- Closing Date: 19 July 2026
- Shortlisting: 28 July 2026
- Interview Date: Week commencing 10 August 2026 (Subject to change)
About Wandsworth Council
Richmond and Wandsworth Better Service Partnership is committed to inclusion and diversity, ensuring all applicants benefit from a fair and accessible recruitment process for a role that values unique perspectives.
Key Commitments: ✅ Disability Confident Employer – Accommodations available throughout recruitment ✅ Safeguarding – Full DBS checks carried out where applicable ✅ Work-Life Balance & Benefits Including:
- 40 days annual leave (25 days + 15 days Additional Leave)
- Flexible working options
- Generous pension scheme
Apply if you have the expertise to strategically drive financial sustainability while delivering excellent council housing in Wandsworth – your skills will make a real difference!
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