Finance Business Partner

Slough Borough Council; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking exceptional finance professionals to join their transformative team in a dynamic economic hub. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage financial reporting processes, support capital programs, and collaborate with various stakeholders to improve service delivery. Ideal candidates will be newly qualified or ambitious finance professionals with strong numerical skills and a passion for finance. Join this journey to redefine financial strategies and make a significant impact in the community. If you thrive in a challenging environment and are ready to drive change, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified or ambitious finance professionals with post-qualification experience.
• Strong numerical aptitude and ability to communicate financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial reporting processes and ensure accuracy of accounts.
• Support financial management across Public Health & Public Protection services.
• Assist in coordinating the Medium Term Financial Plan and monthly management reporting.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Financial Management

Numerical Aptitude

Stakeholder Collaboration

Technology Utilization

Education

Chartered Qualification

Post-Qualification Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 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. Join our critical transformation and thrive in a supportive, demanding environment.

Opportunity

The scale of recruitment reflects the opportunities and challenges at Slough. The new Finance team will support the Council to become a Best Value authority within two years. You will be part of this new team that aims to achieve this goal.

Vacancies

We have defined roles across various services and are seeking energetic and talented finance professionals to join us. 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

• Manage financial reporting processes and ensure accuracy of accounts
• Coordinate and support the Council’s capital programmes, including funding
• Assist in coordinating the Medium Term Financial Plan and monthly management reporting
• Oversee financial operations in adult services
• Support financial management in Education, including schools
• Provide dedicated support for Special Education Needs & Disability (SEND)
• Manage finances for regeneration, housing, and environmental services
• Support financial management across Public Health & Public Protection services
• Assist the Chief Executive and S151 officer and their teams in financial matters
• 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 energetic with a passion for finance
• Adept with technology and standard accounting tools

Join Us

If you are 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. We offer a genuine career–defining opportunity for those prepared to challenge the status quo and make a real difference. If you thrive on complexity, see challenges as opportunities, and want to be part of this transformative journey, we want to hear from you. Apply now and turn potential into performance.

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.