We are looking for a full-time, dynamic Deputy Finance Business Partner to join our Resources Directorate.
We support flexible working, however, you will be expected to be in the office two days per week.
About you…
You will support financial decision-making across Education, Children's Social Care and Early Help services. Leading on the local funding formula for schools, you will provide technical expertise in managing the Dedicated Schools Grant. Your salary will depend on your qualifications, with part-qualified CCAB or CIMA and relevant experience being a minimum requirement. Candidates who currently hold CIMA Level 1, or equivalent, will receive study support to progress to Level 2.
Apply today to help shape our financial future!
About the team…
The Accountancy team is a friendly, supportive and busy team with an excellent reputation for delivery. Finance Business Partners play a crucial role in developing and enhancing that reputation due to the strategic role they perform. You will be working collaboratively within a team of experienced professionals to provide high quality financial advice and support to directorate management teams, other budget managers and Members.
Key responsibilities...
To provide financial insight, analysis and advice to the Education and Learning, Children’s Social Care and Early Help services within the People Directorate, including in budget preparation, monitoring and the final accounts process.
Play a lead role in developing and implementing Bracknell Forest’s local funding formula for schools by preparing reports for the Bracknell Forest Schools Forum with the Assistant Director: Education and Learning, on mainstream and special school funding issues, including allocation of the Dedicated Schools Grant.
Work closely with Strategic Business Partner (People Directorate), Executive Director: People, Assistant Directors and budget holders within the People directorate to provide supportive, challenging financial and decision-making advice, driving efficiency, accountability and commercial thinking.
Line management responsibility for 4 staff and assisting the Finance Business Partner (People Directorate) to shape and deliver holistic financial support services to the People Directorate.
To oversee, manage the production of and critically appraise relevant reports, such as monthly budget monitoring, performance reports and annual processes, including budget setting.
To deputise for the Finance Business Partner (People Directorate) as appropriate.
Our benefits…
28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.
The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.
Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.
Local government pension scheme.
Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)
Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.
Sports and Social Club.
Staff dental and health plans.
Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.
Supermarket discount.
*(pro rata for part time)
Our Values
Please see our full advert for our values.
Interview date
Interviews will be held week commencing 31st March 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Jordan McDougall - Finance Business Partner (People)
Tel: 01344 355271
Email: Jordan.McDougall@bracknell-forest.gov.uk
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.
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