Interim Finance Business Partner - Residential Development

Robertson Bell; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Job description

Interim Finance Business Partner - Residential Development

Do you have experience in Development Finance within the Social Housing sector? Are you confident in partnering with project managers and construction teams to drive financial clarity? Would you like to work on a sizeable development portfolio with a Housing Association that is making a real impact?

A Yorkshire-based Housing Association is looking for an Interim Finance Business Partner – Residential Development to join them on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role will take ownership of development accounting for their active property development portfolio, ensuring accuracy in reconciliations, cash flow reporting, and stakeholder engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading on financial management and reporting for the development portfolio.
• Performing reconciliations and cash flow reporting to ensure financial clarity.
• Acting as a Finance Business Partner to project managers and construction directors, supporting informed decision-making.
• Ensuring development accounting processes align with sector best practices and financial controls.

This is an opportunity to apply your Social Housing development finance expertise in a key role where your insights will directly influence major projects. The Housing Association is committed to delivering quality homes across Yorkshire and the North East, and your financial expertise will be instrumental in their success.

The role is hybrid, with one day per week in the Leeds office and flexibility on other working arrangements. Experience in social housing development finance is essential—sector knowledge is valued above qualifications. An immediate start is available for the right candidate.

To be considered, please meet the following criteria:

• Extensive experience in development finance within social housing.
• Ability to provide clear financial insight to project teams and senior stakeholders.
• Strong experience in reconciliations, cash flow reporting, and financial oversight for property development.
• Comfortable working in a business partnering role, supporting non-finance colleagues.

This role offers the chance to play a crucial role in a major social housing development programme. Interviews are happening soon—apply now to secure your place!