Finance Business Partner - Development
We're looking for an experienced Finance Business Partner to support our development directorate. You will provide financial insight, prepare development appraisals and deliver reports to inform strategic decisions on new housing and regen projects. Acting as a trusted advisor, you’ll support colleagues, strengthen financial controls and help ensure projects are viable and efficient. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real, positive impact on the delivery of new homes and the future of our local community.
About us
We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people.
Last year we launched our five-year Corporate Strategy, which runs to 2029. Our purpose is to provide high quality homes, services, and support to our customers, so we’ve worked with colleagues and customers to find out what’s important to them. Our customers sit at the heart of what we do, and our colleagues are the people who’ll help us achieve our vision, which is to create the best customer experience to improve everyday lives.
Duties include:
- Provide timely, accurate, and insightful financial reports to support decisions by senior managers, Committees, and the Executive Management Team
- Offer high‑quality financial insight and analysis to inform choices on new housing schemes and long‑term investment
- Contribute to preparing information for regulatory and lender returns, including the Quarterly Financial and Risk Survey (QFRS)
- Work with colleagues to ensure accurate and consistent financial data flows into business planning models and reports
- Build strong, collaborative relationships across Finance and Development, acting as a trusted advisor to help non-financial colleagues understand the financial impact of decisions
- Support the financial management and analysis of the organisation’s development programme, ensuring all activity aligns with the Business Plan and approved financial assumptions
- Prepare and maintain financial appraisals for new housing and regeneration projects, working collaboratively with the Development team to assess viability and performance
- Assist in updating the development section of the Business Plan and related financial models in Housing Brixx
- Contribute to the preparation of information for regulatory and lender returns, including the Quarterly Financial and Risk Survey (QFRS)
- Support the ongoing improvement of financial processes, controls, and systems to ensure consistency and quality across all development appraisals
Requirements
- Educated to degree level (or equivalent) and studying towards, or part-qualified in, a CCAB or equivalent professional qualification (e.g. ACCA / CIMA / CIPFA)
- Strong knowledge of financial management principles and accounting standards (e.g., FRS102)
- A good knowledge of development accounting or a strong interest in learning this area
- Expertise in preparing budgets, forecasts, and conducting financial analysis, ideally within the housing sector / property related organisation
- Ability to develop or improve financial systems and internal controls for accuracy and compliance
- Ability to collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders across the business
- Right to Work in the UK - visa sponsorship is not available.
- A standard DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check will be required for the successful candidate as part of the pre-employment process - Criminal Conviction Checks
All colleagues are expected to demonstrate The Incommunities Way in everything they do: making things easy, doing what we say we’ll do, and showing that we care. It starts with me.
Benefits
- Salary from £48,452 up-to £52,970 per year depending on experience (Pay Award due in April)
- Social Housing Pension Scheme with up-to 10% employer contribution
- 28 days annual leave that increases with service plus bank holidays
- Option to buy and sell annual leave
- Training, development, and qualification opportunities
- Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers)
- Corporate health scheme membership
- Hybrid working with free parking onsite
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Local gym membership discounts.
- A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support
Join Our Team!
We’re looking for great people to join us! At Incommunities, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and supported. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences—because we know that diverse perspectives make us stronger.
Based in Bradford, a city known for its rich cultural diversity, we serve vibrant communities. As a social housing provider, we’re passionate about making a real difference by providing safe, affordable homes and improving lives.
Our recruitment process is designed to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments or assistance, just let us know.
We’re proud to be a Mindful Employer, committed to mental health and wellbeing. We also hold the ‘Committed’ Menopause Friendly Accreditation, recognising the importance of support in the workplace.
💡 Apply early! We review applications as they come in and may close the advert before the deadline.
Ready to make an impact? Come work with us!