Financial Modeller

Somerset Council; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Taunton is seeking a Financial Modeller to ensure the financial health of public services. This full-time role involves creating financial models, analyzing scenarios affecting budget, and supporting strategic planning. Candidates should hold a recognized accountancy qualification and have experience in financial roles, particularly within the public sector. Benefits include generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Gym staff discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Pension scheme

Flexible Benefits Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in financial modelling, data analysis, and strategic planning is essential.
• Relevant experience in finance or accounting roles, preferably in the public sector.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed financial models to forecast financial performance.
• Assess the impact of financial decisions and support strategic planning.
• Analyze scenarios affecting the Somerset Council budget.

Skills

Financial modelling

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Education

Full accountancy qualification (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA, CIMA)

Job description

This is a hybrid role with occasional meetings mainly at County Hall Taunton. Somerset Council operates a flexible working pattern equivalent to 37 hours per week for a full-time role.

This role offers 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

This role is full time 37 hours; part-time will be considered.

What will I be doing?

We're working to improve the lives of people in Somerset — and you'll be a key part of that. Your day-to-day work will involve:

The role of a Financial Modeller at Somerset Council plays a crucial role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of public services. Their primary responsibility is to create detailed financial models that help forecast future financial performance, assess the impact of various financial decisions, and support strategic planning. These models analyze different scenarios, such as changes in funding, policy adjustments, or economic fluctuations, and their potential impact on the Somerset Council budget and financial position. This role provides valuable insights that aid in making informed decisions, optimizing resource allocation, and achieving financial goals.

We're proud to serve the people of Somerset, ensuring our workforce reflects the diversity and inclusivity of our communities.

The role requires a recognized full accountancy qualification such as CIPFA, ACCA, ACA, CIMA, etc. Additionally, experience in financial modelling, data analysis, and strategic planning is essential. Candidates should have relevant experience in finance or accounting roles, preferably within the public sector or local government, to understand the unique financial challenges faced by local authorities and to create accurate financial models.

What we offer:

• We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements, including remote work where possible.
• Generous annual leave allowance, with options to purchase additional leave.
• Staff discounts in gyms.
• Employee Assistance Program and various wellbeing services.
• Auto-enrollment into our pension scheme with optional enhancements via AVC.
• Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice for cycle to work and health screenings.
• My Staff Shop discounts on shopping, dining, entertainment, and insurance benefits.