Finance Business Partner

Job Title: Finance Business Partner Financial Strategy & Reporting

Client: Slough Borough Council

Location: Slough / Hybrid

Slough is a dynamic economic hub at the gateway to London and the Thames Valley, with excellent transport links including the Elizabeth line and proximity to Heathrow Airport. We are seeking exceptional finance professionals ready for a challenging, career-defining role. With a new S151 officer and a balanced budget for 2025/26, we are poised for financial resilience and a bright future. Our Finance and Procurement Teams have a robust improvement programme focused on career development. Be part of our critical transformation and thrive in a supportive, demanding environment.

The scale of the recruitment change reflects the opportunities that exist at Slough, and the challenges. The new Finance team will help support the Council to become a Best Value authority within two years. You have the opportunity to be part of the new team that achieves this goal.

We have defined roles across various services and are seeking energetic and talented finance professionals to join our team. Vacancies are available in Financial Reporting, Treasury and Capital, Children's Services, Adults, Regeneration Housing and Environment, and Housing Benefits (Revenue and Benefits). We welcome applications from newly qualified professionals or those seeking their next challenge.

Responsibilities:

1. Financial Reporting: Manage financial reporting processes and ensure accuracy of the accounts.
2. Capital: Support the Council's capital programmes, including funding arrangements.
3. Financial Strategy & Reporting: Coordinate the Medium Term Financial Plan and monthly management reports.
4. Adults: Oversee financial operations in adult services.
5. Education: Support financial management in Education, including schools.
6. High Needs Education: Provide dedicated support for Special Education Needs & Disability (SEND).
7. Regeneration, Housing, and Environment: Manage finances for regeneration projects, housing, and environmental services.
8. Public Health & Public Protection: Support financial management across these services.
9. Corporate Resources: Support the Chief Executive and S151 officer and their teams.
10. Revenue & Benefits: Support services that administer council tax, business rates, and housing benefits.

What You Will Do:

• Provide financial oversight and support across various services.
• Ensure accurate cost monitoring and forecasting.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve service delivery and performance.
• Utilise technology and accounting systems (Microsoft, Agresso) effectively.

Your Skills:

• Newly qualified or ambitious finance professionals with post-qualification experience.
• Chartered qualification preferred but not essential.
• Strong numerical aptitude and ability to communicate financial information clearly.
• Resilient, driven, and passionate about finance.
• Adept with technology and standard accounting tools.

Are you ready to transform Slough's financial landscape? We need resilient, adaptable professionals who can develop sustainable strategies, drive procurement excellence, and support broader economic objectives. If you thrive on complexity and view challenges as opportunities, join us in making a real difference. We offer a genuine career-defining opportunity for those prepared to step up, challenge the status quo, and make an impact. If you are a finance professional who thrives on complexity and wants to be part of a transformative journey, we want to hear from you. Apply now and turn potential into performance.

For more information, please visit our website. For an informal conversation and to learn more, please contact Brian Gallagher via email or call.