Your newpany
Woking Borough Council is a forward-thinking local authoritymitted to delivering high-quality services and driving positive change for its residents. We are proud of our inclusive culture and dedication to continuous improvement, innovation, and financial sustainability. As part of our strategic leadership, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Finance Business Partnering to join our Extended Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the Council’s financial future, paying £65,624 - £76,439 pa.
Your new role
As the Head of Finance Business Partnering, you will lead the coordination of the Council’s corporate financial planning activities. You will work closely with Business Partners to ensure robust financial management across all departments, overseeing budget setting, monitoring, and year-end processes. Your role will focus on developing forward-looking financial strategies, providing expert financial modelling and scenario planning, and ensuring alignment with the Council’s strategic objectives. You will also lead a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous development.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need:
1. Proven experience in financial leadership within aplex organisation, ideally in the public sector.
2. Strong expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
3. Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
4. Excellentmunication and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative and strategic mindset.
5. A professional accounting qualification (, CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
6. Amitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will join a supportive and inclusive organisation that values your expertise and encourages professional growth. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the Council’s financial strategy and service delivery. Woking Borough Council also offers:
7. Opportunities for flexible and hybrid working.
8. A strongmitment to your professional development.
9. A workplace that values diversity and actively works to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage.
10. Apetitive salary and benefits package.
11. 23 days + Bank Holidays, increasing to 28 after 5 years
12. Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
13. Flexi-time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month
14. Two volunteering days per year in Woking
15. Flexible and agile working arrangements
16. Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres
17. Interest-free season ticket loans
18. Localernment Pension Scheme
19. Cycle to work scheme
20. Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses
21. Confidential wellbeing and counselling support
22. Subsidised gym membership