Senior Financial Analyst

2 weeks ago

Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Central Bedfordshire Council Full time
About the role

The Finance Department at Central Bedfordshire Council is a key player in shaping the organization's future. As a forward-thinking team, we are committed to continuous improvement and excellence in financial management.

We are seeking a skilled Financial Analyst to join our Adult's Social Care team within the Financial Performance and Support team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Finance Business Partner to develop and implement accounting, budgeting, and financial strategies that drive the Council's medium-term financial strategy, revenue budgets, capital programme, and annual statements of accounts processes.

The key responsibilities of this role include:
  1. Assisting the Senior Finance Business Partner in managing a small team and ensuring that work complies with statutory regulations and organizational policies and objectives.
  2. Providing financial guidance and support to budget holders, particularly in relation to budgetary management, forecasting, savings, and associated matters.
  3. Liaising with and advising budget holders to ensure timely and accurate budget monitoring, forecasting, and the production of quarterly draft financial reports.
  4. Contributes to the Financial Planning processes, advising and recommending solutions to issues that may arise in the production of a Medium-Term Financial Plan.
  5. Providing financial advice, guidance, and support across revenue and capital projects.
  6. Maintenance of accounting arrangements in respect of one or more Service Groups, including the preparation of year-end accounts, provision of financial management information, and the preparation of Grant claims and statutory returns.
  7. Financial appraisal of projects and initiatives, including the effects of new legislation.
  8. Ability to use business intelligence to develop and evaluate financial options.
  9. Preparation of reports to members, briefing notes, and publications on the Council's financial plans and budgets.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:
  1. CCAB (or equivalent) qualification or working towards qualification, with a drive, determination, and enthusiasm to deliver a high-quality service.
  2. Public sector accounting and budgetary experience, with knowledge and experience of reporting requirements for local authorities.
  3. Staff management experience, with the ability to work on own initiative with limited supervision or direction.
  4. Ability to analyze and interpret information from various sources, presenting the outcome in an appropriate format to meet reporting deadlines.
  5. Extensive knowledge of financial IT systems, with excellent presentation and communication skills, both written and oral.
  6. Systematic approach, with the ability to understand and disseminate complex and detailed technical and professional issues.
  7. Ability to establish and continue good working relationships and work effectively as part of a team.
  8. Ability to work effectively under pressure.

What we can offer you

As a member of our team, you will have access to numerous benefits, including a hybrid working arrangement, a comprehensive IT package, the ability to work abroad for up to a month a year, generous family-friendly policies and practices, a welcoming and inclusive environment, friendly and supportive staff networks, and access to a range of courses and role-specific training and learning opportunities.

  • Financial Analyst

    4 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Central Bedfordshire Council Full time

    About the RoleCentral Bedfordshire Council is seeking a highly skilled Financial Analyst to join its Adult's Social Care team within the Financial Performance and Support team. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for providing financial guidance and support to the Senior Finance Business Partner in developing accounting, budgeting, and...

  • Senior Operations Analyst

    1 month ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Amazon UK Services Ltd. Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our Amazon Logistics team as a Senior Operations Analyst. In this role, you will be responsible for driving automation and invoicing accuracy in our last-mile delivery network, impacting customer experience and cost.Key ResponsibilitiesEnable effective decision-making by...

  • Senior Financial Operations Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Mandeville Full time

    Job Title: Senior Financial Operations ManagerAbout the Role:We are seeking an experienced Senior Financial Operations Manager to join our team at Mandeville. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations of our site in Dunstable.Key Responsibilities:Manage financial compliance, staff...

  • Senior Financial Director

    13 hours ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Moto Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Commercial Finance Manager to join our team at Moto.Job Description:As a key member of the senior management team, you will be responsible for delivering total business reporting, budgeting, and long-term business planning.You will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Customer Officer, and...

  • Financial Director

    4 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £45,000 - £65,000

    At beBee Professionals, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Director to lead our finance team in Dunstable, UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing financial planning, reporting, and analysis, ensuring the company's financial health and compliance with regulations.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement...

  • Financial Controller

    2 months ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £45,000 - £65,000

    Finance ManagerWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Manager to join our finance team in Dunstable, United Kingdom. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for overseeing financial planning, reporting, and analysis, ensuring the company's financial health and compliance with regulations.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £45,000 - £65,000

    We are seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to join our team at beBee Professionals in the UK.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and budgets to management.Manage the company's cash flow and ensure financial stability.Oversee financial processes, including audits, to ensure compliance with regulations.Build and maintain...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £45,000 - £65,000

    beBee Professionals is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead our finance team in Dunstable, UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing financial planning, reporting, and analysis, ensuring the company's financial health and compliance with regulations.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement financial strategies to drive business...

  • Project Financial Manager

    2 months ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £45,000 - £65,000

    Senior Quantity SurveyorWe are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our construction team in the UK. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing cost estimation, procurement, and contract negotiation, ensuring project financial efficiency and compliance with industry standards.Key Responsibilities:Cost Estimation and...

  • Senior Accountant

    4 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £45,000 - £65,000

    We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our finance team at beBee Professionals in Dunstable, UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial planning, reporting, and analysis, ensuring the company's financial health and compliance with regulations.Key Responsibilities:Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and budgets for...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Moto Full time

    Head of Commercial FinanceAs a commercially focused and well-organised individual, you will be responsible for influencing at Board level, business partnering our Commercial team, and delivering total business reporting, budgeting, and long-term business planning. You will be able to live the Moto values while delivering to a high standard with energy and...

  • Financial Risk Management Specialist

    2 days ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom whitbread Full time

    We are looking for a skilled Financial Risk Management Specialist to join our team at Whitbread.About the RoleThe successful candidate will be responsible for providing independent, objective assurance to the Audit Committee on the effectiveness of our system of risk management and internal control environment, across all business units in the UK and...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Moto Full time

    Head of Commercial Finance Role OverviewThe Head of Commercial Finance will be a commercially focused, well-organized individual, able to influence at Board level, business partner our Commercial team, and deliver total business reporting, budgeting, and long-term business planning. This role requires a strong commercial finance background, ideally with FP&A...

  • Financial Analyst Trainee

    2 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Tussell Limited Full time

    Finance Graduate ProgrammeOur Finance Graduate Programme is designed to develop your finance expertise and commercial acumen. You'll work in a business-critical role at our offices, experiencing rotations across our Finance function to gain a breadth of experience and a deep understanding of our business. Key Programme BenefitsA starting salary of £34,000...

  • Senior Control Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Sunbelt Rentals Careers Full time

    Key Responsibilities:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Control Officer to join our team at Sunbelt Rentals Careers.Key Responsibilities:Build relationships with regional accounts and take ownership of the customer journey.Successfully manage your portfolio of customers and provide industry-leading flexible rewards packages.Use your own judgment and...

  • Logistics Operations Manager

    1 week ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Amazon UK Services Ltd. Full time

    About Amazon Logistics (AMZL)Amazon UK Services Ltd. is a leading provider of logistics solutions, handling last-mile delivery duties in partnership with third-party distribution businesses. Our goal is to make customers' delivery experience as smooth as possible and roll out global delivery solutions.Job OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Logistics...

  • Senior Care Professional

    4 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom HC One Full time

    About the RoleRidgeway Lodge, Dunstable LU5 4RE is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join their team. As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, kindness will be at the core of everything you do. This role is for DAY shifts only.Key ResponsibilitiesPlan and implement care that gives residents a real sense of security, dignity, and independence.Get to know...

  • Senior Audio Visual Project Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Prospero Integrated Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Audio Visual Project Manager to join our team at Prospero Integrated. As a key member of our event production team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality projects from brief to completion.The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing large-scale live events and a thorough understanding of...

  • Senior Audio Visual Project Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Prospero Integrated Full time

    Job Title: Senior Audio Visual Project ManagerWe are seeking a highly experienced Senior Audio Visual Project Manager to join our team at Prospero Integrated. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of large-scale live events and projects.Key Responsibilities:Manage project delivery from brief to...

  • Head of Commercial Finance Director

    2 weeks ago

    Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Moto Full time

    Commercial Finance Leadership PositionAs a key member of our team, you will be responsible for driving commercial finance strategy and delivering business results. You will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer and other senior leaders to develop and implement financial plans that support the company's growth objectives.You will be responsible...