At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage complex budgets and provide financial advice to senior managers.
- Company: Brent Council, a dynamic local authority in London.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with excellent leadership and mentoring opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on housing services while developing your finance career.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified CCAB accountant with strong public sector finance experience.
The predicted salary is between 54450 - 66550 £ per year.
Location: Brent, London
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
Department: Finance
Directorate: Finance & Resources
Grade: PO8
About the Role
Brent Council is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Analyst to join the Finance team, supporting the Housing General Fund and Resident Services Directorate. You will provide senior financial advice and business partnering support across key services including Temporary Accommodation, Supported Exempt Accommodation, Housing and Resident Services, helping senior managers understand financial performance, manage budgets and respond to increasing demand and cost pressures.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and monitor large and complex revenue and capital budgets.
- Provide financial advice, analysis and challenge to senior managers and Directors.
- Lead on budget setting, forecasting, monthly monitoring and year-end processes.
- Analyse financial pressures, demand trends, risks and opportunities, particularly across Temporary Accommodation and Housing.
- Develop savings proposals, business cases and financial models to support decision-making.
- Support the Council's Medium-Term Financial Strategy and value-for-money initiatives.
- Prepare financial reports, statutory returns and financial implications for committee and Cabinet reports.
- Maintain effective financial controls and support audit requirements.
- Provide financial and commercial advice on contracts, procurement and commissioning activity.
- Present complex financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
- Lead and support junior finance staff, including mentoring and professional development.
About You
The successful candidate will be a fully qualified CCAB accountant with significant experience in a large and complex organisation. You will have:
- Strong Local Authority or public sector finance experience.
- Experience managing large and complex budgets.
- Strong budget monitoring, forecasting and financial planning skills.
- Experience providing senior-level financial business partnering and advice.
- Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience with statutory accounts, financial reporting and audit.
- Experience of commercial, contract or procurement finance.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Experience within Housing, Homelessness, Temporary Accommodation or Resident Services would be highly desirable.
Working Arrangement: 3 days per week in the office and 2 days working from home - non-negotiable.
Senior Finance Analyst – Housing & Resident Services – AR employer: Carrington Blake Recruitment
As a leading employer in Harrow, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee development and engagement. Our commitment to professional growth is evident through tailored training programmes and leadership opportunities, ensuring that every team member can thrive while contributing to the Council's strategic objectives. With a focus on diversity and community impact, we offer a unique chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents while enjoying a supportive and dynamic workplace.
Contact Details:
Carrington Blake Recruitment Recruitment Team
