Finance and Data Lead

WILTSHIRE COUNCIL; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Northern Ireland seeks a Finance and Data Lead to guide financial planning and analysis in waste management services. The ideal candidate will exemplify strong financial and analytical skills while contributing to key strategic decisions impacting the community and environment. Must have excellent communication abilities and a team-oriented approach. This role offers a welcoming work culture with an ethos of inclusion and support.

Qualifications

• Strong financial experience with excellent analytical skills.
• Experience supporting and maximizing team performance.
• Confident communicator.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and performance reporting.
• Analyze data trends and legislative impacts.
• Contribute to strategic decision-making.

Skills

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Team support

Clear communication

Job description

Overview

As our Finance and Data Lead, you will be at the core of a service that manages over 230,000 tonnes of waste a year, with an annual net revenue budget of £45m. These high-value contracts shape how waste is collected, treated, and reduced across Wiltshire. These services also have a significant and tangible role to play in helping tackle climate change and reduce carbon emissions.

Responsibilities

• Lead on financial planning, forecasting, and performance reporting, ensuring business decisions are backed by solid data and insight.
• Spot trends, understand the impact of changes in waste tonnage, and help us stay ahead of legislative shifts while maximising new income opportunities.
• Work closely with senior leaders, providing advice that shapes strategy and policy.
• From analysing tonnage data to validating invoices and preparing reports for Cabinet, contribute to decision-making that impacts the council, Wiltshire residents, and the environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the council and external partners; relationship-building is key.
• Some evening and weekend work is part of the role; PPE is required when visiting operational sites.

Requirements

• Strong financial experience with excellent analytical skills.
• Experience supporting and getting the most out of a team.
• A clear, confident approach to communication.

About us / Why us

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That's why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.

Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity.

Equality & Inclusion

The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.

Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .

Waste Services

Waste Services is one of the most visible and valued services we deliver, and we need a sharp mind to help us manage it.