Head of Finance Development - remote role - Robertson Bell : Job Details

Do you have extensive experience in investment appraisal and the social housing sector? Are you a qualified finance leader who thrives on influencing at the highest level? Do you enjoy shaping strategy while coaching and developing talented teams?

We are seeking a highly skilled Head of Finance (Development) to provide strategic financial leadership across new development, acquisitions, and key business initiatives. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to the Executive team, offering commercial insight, challenging proposals, and guiding major financial decisions.

As Head of Finance (Development), you will:

• Reporting into the Finance Director you will lead and inspire a team of Accountants and analysts, fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture.
• Partner with the Executive team, Directors, and senior stakeholders to provide financial leadership, challenge, and insight.
• Lead on investment and development appraisals, acquisitions, and asset management reviews to ensure financial viability and alignment with organisational strategy.
• Ensure the delivery of accurate, timely and value-added financial reporting, budgets, and forecasts.
• Contribute to strategic projects and provide commercial support to functions such as HR, IT and corporate services.
• Uphold strong financial controls, governance, and compliance while ensuring processes are efficient and stakeholder-friendly.
• Act as a key member of the senior finance leadership team, driving continuous improvement and embedding a values-led culture.

This role is fully home-based, offering genuine flexibility and will see you join a highly regarded organisation with a supportive, progressive working culture. Alongside a competitive salary, you will benefit from an excellent pension scheme, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a values-driven sector.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a qualified finance professional (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA or equivalent).
• Have significant experience in business partnering within the social housing sector.
• Demonstrate strong expertise in investment appraisals.
• Bring a proven track record of influencing and supporting senior leaders, including Executive teams and Boards.
• Have experience managing and developing high-performing finance teams.
• Show confidence, credibility, and resilience, with the ability to challenge constructively and build trusted relationships.

If you are ready to bring your expertise, leadership, and strategic vision to this exciting opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Our client has requested CV’s on a rolling basis so please don’t hesitate in applying!