Finance Analyst - Capital Programme

Hays; London; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Finance Analyst to support the Capital, Treasury & Commercial team at the London Borough of Brent. You will provide financial analysis and advice for significant capital projects, influencing investment decisions and supporting the borough's growth. The role requires a part-qualified accountant or AAT holder with an interest in local government funding mechanisms.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

27 days holiday a year

Family-friendly policies

Training and development opportunities

Cost saving travel schemes

Big brand discounts through My Brent Rewards

Work in Brent Civic Centre

Qualifications

• Part-qualified accountant or AAT qualification.
• Strong interest in local government finance.
• Commitment to staying updated on regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of Brent's Capital Programme.
• Provide expert financial advice across high-profile projects.
• Ensure financial sustainability of capital investment.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modelling

Education

AAT qualification

Part-qualified accountant

Job description

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Finance Analyst (Capital, Treasury & Commercial) - Capital Programme Salary - £46,512 - £56,646 (depending on experience as per the job description)3 days in the office, 2 days at home

At London Borough of Brent, finance is more than just producing the accounts-it's about enabling transformation, safeguarding public resources, and helping shape the future of our borough. Working closely with colleagues across the council to ensure that financial insight is at the heart of decision-making. Their work is grounded in fairness, inclusion, and respect, and great pride is taken in creating a team environment where every voice is heard, and every success is celebrated. These values are not just aspirations-they are embedded in how they lead, how they support each other, and how they deliver for Brent's communities.

Your new role You will be working within the Capital, Treasury & Commercial team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the effective delivery of Brent's ambitious Capital Programme. Acting as a business partner, you will provide expert financial advice and analysis across a range of high-profile capital projects. Your responsibilities will include supporting several Capital Boards within the programme, financial management of leases and ensuring that funding is optimised and aligned with the borough's development priorities. You will work closely with project managers and service leads to provide insightful financial modelling, robust forecasting, and clear reporting that supports sound investment decisions. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the financial sustainability and strategic direction of Brent's capital investment, contributing to the borough's long-term growth and regeneration.
What you need to succeed

• The ideal candidate will be a part-qualified accountant or hold an AAT qualification, with a strong interest in pursuing a more technical role within finance.
• A genuine curiosity about the funding mechanisms of local government and a commitment to staying informed on statutory regulations are essential.
• While experience in local government is advantageous, we also welcome applications from individuals with backgrounds in other public sector organisations, charities/ not for profit.

What you'll get in return

• The opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday entitlements starting from 27 days' holiday a year
• A full range of family-friendly policies, including generous maternity and paternity entitlements and childcare schemes
• Training and development opportunities
• Good travel links in and out of Wembley and a range of cost saving travel schemes
• Access to My Brent Rewards, our dedicated website for staff with big brand discounts and local offers
• Work at the outstanding state-of-the-art Brent Civic Centre

The closing date will be 7th July but please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Please do not wait until the closing date to apply.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Government Administration

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