Principal Accountant - HRA

Description

Role: Principal Accountant (Housing Revenue Account - HRA)

Location: London Borough (Hybrid)

Rate: £450 - £550 per day (Inside IR35)

Duration: 6 months (with view to extend)

An experienced Principal HRA Accountant is urgently required to lead the housing finance team for a progressive London Borough.

Key Responsibilities

Budget Management: Deliver the annual HRA budget setting and medium-term financial strategy.

Closing of Accounts: Lead the year-end capital and revenue closure for the housing service.

Financial Modeling: Maintain and update the 30-year HRA business plan.

Strategic Advisory: Provide robust financial advice to senior stakeholders and directors.Candidate Requirements

Local Government Expertise: Proven track record in UK municipal housing finance.

Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of HRA regulations, ring-fencing, and self-financing.

Qualifications: CCAB qualified (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent by experience.

Systems Skills: Advanced Excel proficiency and experience with local government ERPs.What Is Offered

Competitive Rate: Premium day rate matching your expertise.

Flexible Working: Two days per week in the office, three days remote.

Immediate Start: Streamlined interview process to onboard quickly. xjnqpsq

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