Job Description

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We are looking for an ambitious finance professional to join the Council's Finance Business Partnering team. In this varied post you will be working closely with Service Managers within 2 Directorates (Customer, Business & Corporate, and Strategy Policy & Transformation) to provide a tailored professional financial advisory service to the business. You will contribute to financial planning including preparing long-term financial plans, strategic and operational analyses and supporting Senior Managers and Councillors.

About you

You will help senior managers with the annual budget cycle (both revenue and capital) and take an active lead in budget monitoring and forecasting.



Additionally, you will participate in the preparation of the Statutory Accounts, compilation and submission of returns to Central Government and grant reconciliations.



Educated to degree level with relevant experience of working within financial reporting, you will ideally be a member of an appropriate professional body (CCAB or AAT) or have equivalent professional experience.

We are looking for an individual who is committed, with attention to detail, able to work within a team and under pressure, with excellent communication skills, ability to form partnerships and confident in dealing with difficult situations.



St Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history which can be seen in the Roman remains and variety of beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within green belt, off the M25, A1M and M1 the District includes a cathedral, vibrant city centre and thriving villages. Our centrally located offices in the city are near to the station (London St Pancras 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. In short it is a great place to live and work.

In addition to working within a great team you will have access to:

28.5 days annual leave + bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme with current employer contribution up to 19.7 percent employer contributions Flexible working options Staff Parking Permit Reimbursement of professional fees Comprehensive development and training Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres Access to the Council's Vivup platform to access discounts and benefits

Location

: Civic Centre, St Peter's Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3JE

Contract type

: Permanent

Hours

: Full time

Salary

: 37,741 to 41,182 inclusive annual salary + up to 19.7 percent employer pension contribution

Closing Date:

4th August 2025