Finance Business Partner

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dynamic finance professionals to join their transformative team in Slough. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact financial strategy and reporting across various services, including education and public health. Candidates will collaborate with stakeholders, manage financial reporting processes, and ensure accurate cost monitoring. With a focus on career development and a supportive environment, this role is perfect for those ready to tackle challenges and make a meaningful difference in the community. If you are passionate about finance and eager to drive change, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Seeking ambitious finance professionals, newly qualified or experienced.
• Strong numerical skills and ability to communicate financial data.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial reporting processes and ensure account accuracy.
• Oversee financial operations in various services including education and housing.
• Provide financial oversight and support across multiple services.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Capital Programmes

Financial Strategy

Stakeholder Collaboration

Numerical Aptitude

Communication Skills

Technology Proficiency

Education

Chartered Qualification

Finance Degree

Tools

Microsoft Accounting Tools

Agresso

Job description

Job Title: Finance Business Partner Financial Strategy & Reporting

Client: Slough Borough Council

Location: Slough / Hybrid

About Slough

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.

Our Vision

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.

Vacancies

We have defined slots across various services and are seeking energetic and talented finance professionals to join our team. Vacancies include 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: Coordinate and support the Council’s capital programmes, including funding.
3. Financial Strategy & Reporting: Coordinate the Medium Term Financial Plan and monthly management reporting.
4. Adults: Oversee financial operations in adult services.
5. Education: Support financial management in Education, including schools.
6. High Needs (SEND): Provide dedicated support for Special Education Needs & Disability.
7. Regeneration, Housing, and Environment: Manage finances for regeneration, 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 administering 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 enhance service delivery and performance.
• Utilise technology and accounting systems (Microsoft, Agresso) effectively.

Your Skills

• Ambitious finance professionals, newly qualified or seeking their next challenge.
• Chartered qualification preferred but not essential.
• Strong numerical aptitude and ability to communicate financial information effectively.
• Resilient, driven, and passionate about finance.
• Adept with technology and standard accounting tools.

Join Us

If you are ready to transform Slough's financial landscape and thrive on complexity, we want to hear from you. We offer a career-defining opportunity for those prepared to challenge the status quo and make a real difference.

Additional Information

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