Assistant Finance Business Partner (Capital)

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council; Oldbury; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council in Oldbury, England, is seeking an Assistant Finance Business Partner (Capital) to join its Finance Division on a full-time, permanent basis. Hybrid working arrangement: 3 days in the office and 2 from home.

You will support the financial management of the Council's Capital Programme, prepare budgets and forecasts, track expenditure with project teams, and provide robust financial analysis to inform investment decisions.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA, or aspiring to study towards a professional accountancy qualification.
• Interest or experience in capital finance, project accounting or financial analysis.
• Strong Excel and financial systems capability.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence working with a range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the financial management of the Council's Capital Programme.
• Assist with the preparation, monitoring and forecasting of capital budgets.
• Work closely with project managers and service leads to track programme expenditure and funding.
• Undertake financial analysis, modelling and option appraisals to support investment and service development decisions.
• Produce financial reports and forecasts to support effective decision-making and programme governance.
• Provide financial advice, guidance and support to managers and budget holders.
• Ensure capital expenditure, funding arrangements and accounting treatments comply with relevant regulations and procedures.
• Support the completion of grant claims, reconciliations, financial returns and year-end accounting requirements.
• Assist with the development and enhancement of financial systems, reporting tools and management information.
• Support business cases and investment proposals through robust financial evaluation and challenge.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of capital financial management processes.

Skills

Capital finance

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Modelling

Excel

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Part-qualified ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA

Tools

Excel

Financial systems

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Finance Business Partner - Capital

Grade/Salary: Band G, SCP 32-37 (£44,253 - £49,817 per annum)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Pattern: 37 Hours, Monday - Friday

Location: Sandwell Council House, Freeth St Oldbury B69 3DE

Closing Date: 15/11/2026

Sandwell Council’s Finance Division is seeking a detailed-oriented and experienced Assistant Finance Business Partner (Capital) to join its team on a full-time, permanent basis, to be based from its Oldbury office. The organisation works to a hybrid working model of 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.

The Council continues to invest in ambitious programmes that will shape services, infrastructure and communities for years to come. As an Assistant Finance Business Partner (Capital), you'll play a key role in supporting the financial management of significant capital investment programmes, ensuring resources are effectively managed and investment decisions are underpinned by robust financial analysis.

Working alongside Finance Business Partners, project teams and service leaders, you'll help manage capital budgets, monitor programme expenditure and provide financial advice that supports the successful delivery of strategic projects. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop specialist expertise in capital finance while building a rewarding career within local government finance.

About the role

• Support the financial management of the Council's Capital Programme.
• Assist with the preparation, monitoring and forecasting of capital budgets.
• Work closely with project managers and service leads to track programme expenditure and funding.
• Undertake financial analysis, modelling and option appraisals to support investment and service development decisions.
• Produce financial reports and forecasts to support effective decision-making and programme governance.
• Provide financial advice, guidance and support to managers and budget holders.
• Ensure capital expenditure, funding arrangements and accounting treatments comply with relevant regulations and procedures.
• Support the completion of grant claims, reconciliations, financial returns and year-end accounting requirements.
• Assist with the development and enhancement of financial systems, reporting tools and management information.
• Support business cases and investment proposals through robust financial evaluation and challenge.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of capital financial management processes.

About you

• Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA, or aspiring to study towards a professional accountancy qualification.
• An interest in, or experience of, capital finance, project accounting or financial analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess financial data and support investment decisions.
• Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Ability to undertake financial modelling and present findings in a clear and meaningful way.
• Strong Excel and financial systems capability.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence working with a range of stakeholders.
• Ability to challenge constructively while building positive working relationships.
• Well organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive mindset focused on delivering high-quality outcomes and continuous improvement.
• A genuine interest in developing a career within local government finance and business partnering.

Why Sandwell Council?

At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough.

To find out more, please visit our careers page: We Are Sandwell – We Are Sandwell

We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role.

If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at [e-mail]