At a Glance
- Tasks: Support over 22,000 local government employees with financial analysis and reporting.
- Company: Brent Council, committed to community support and transformation.
- Benefits: Up to 33 days leave, excellent pension, hybrid working, and health support.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with strong support for personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in local government finance while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Accounting qualification or equivalent experience in pension fund reporting.
The predicted salary is between 48003 - 58461 £ per year.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, we advise that you apply as soon as possible.
Salary range: £48,003 - £58,461 p.a. incl. London weighting (plus fantastic benefits!)
Contract: Permanent
Hours of work: 36 hours per week
Location: Civic Centre and other locations from time to time
The Post
As a Finance Analyst for the Brent Pension Fund, you will play an important role in supporting more than 22,000 current and former local government employees, with an opportunity to work in a high-profile area of local government finance focused on transformation, financial stewardship and community support. The Finance Analyst will be responsible for managing and preparing the Fund's statutory accounts, annual report and audit, acting as a key liaison with external auditors, actuaries, investment fund managers, and other partners. Working closely with members across the Finance Team and reporting to the Senior Finance Analyst, you will ensure robust financial controls, effective budget monitoring, cashflow analysis and support elements of investment management of the Pension Fund. The role also offers the opportunity to drive continuous improvement and implement change in line with CIPFA requirements and sector best practice.
The Person
To succeed in this role, you will have completed an accounting qualification (e.g. AAT qualified, part-qualified CCAB, working towards full designation) and/or have equivalent experience with strong technical expertise in pension fund reporting together with a deep understanding of Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) regulations and practices. You will bring excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
The Benefits
- Up to 33 days annual leave (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays
- Excellent pension with generous employer contributions (LGPS)
- Hybrid and flexible working options available for most roles
- Supportive family-friendly policies for parents, guardians, and carers
- Health and wellbeing support, including access to eye test support and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Financial support such as education sessions, childcare deposit loans, and season ticket loans
- Travel perks including affordable parking nearby, a Cycle to Work scheme, and great onsite facilities
- Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career
- Access to My Brent Rewards with exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, leisure, and entertainment
Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourages applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application. We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.
As a disability confident employer, Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on recruitment@brent.gov.uk.
Financial Analyst in Wembley employer: Brent Council
Brent Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With generous benefits such as up to 33 days of annual leave, excellent pension contributions, and flexible working options, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the community. The role of Financial Analyst not only provides a chance to engage with local government finance but also fosters continuous improvement and collaboration within a diverse team.
