Pay Level: 13 (£93,677 - £108,726, Inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance of £1096
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 per week
Location: Slough, Berkshire / Hybrid
What you'll be doing:
Slough is a dynamic economic hub at the gateway to London and the Thames Valley, boasting excellent transport links, including the Elizabeth line, and proximity to Heathrow Airport. We are seeking exceptional finance professionals ready for a challenging, career-defining role. With a new S151 officer and a balanced budget for 2025/26, we are poised for financial resilience and a bright future. Our Finance and Procurement Teams have a robust improvement programme focused on career development. Be part of our critical transformation and thrive in a supportive, demanding environment.
Join an energetic and dynamic team as the Head of Resource Systems. Slough is dedicated to achieving ambitious finance goals and maintaining a high-performance culture. You will be pivotal in advancing the council's reputation by delivering top-tier Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) accounting systems and finance solutions. Collaborating with various teams and stakeholders, you will help create an effective and sustainable organisation that provides exceptional value to residents. This role is instrumental in shaping finance strategies and pushing boundaries for continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
* Lead a team with direct oversight of 3 members and indirect guidance of 2
* Manage financial contracts valued at £300,000
* Develop innovative ERP systems and finance solutions
* Collaborate with a reputable council known for delivering great value
What You Will Do:
* Lead and develop a talented resources systems team for successful financial outcomes
* Ensure effective financial control and assurance within council systems
* Maintain influential relationships with senior stakeholders to understand future needs and risks
* Oversee contracts with resource system suppliers to ensure ERP system integrity and development
* Promote continuous improvement within finance using KPIs and aligning with the council's vision
Your Skills:
* Proven expertise in ERP systems, including data management, governance, and analytics
* Strong leadership skills with experience navigating challenging environments
* Ability to lead and manage change in complex organisational settings
* Excellent communication skills to build influential relationships with stakeholders
* Commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace, fostering a positive environment
Our Council:
Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and our environment and we would love you to join us in our mission All of our employees, whatever their job, contribute greatly to delivering services to local people - either directly, or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and are continuously striving for our residents to enjoy fulfilling prosperous and healthy lives.
What we offer:
We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive.
Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1st April each year, subject to six months service in the post, until the maximum spinal column point of the level has been reached. The payment of annual increments is not automatic and is subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by your Director.
Alongside a competitive salary, we provide:
* 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years' service and 33 days after 5 years' service.
* The Local Government Pension Scheme
We offer a wider range of great benefits including:
* Flexible and hybrid working options to promote work-life balance
* Our commitment to equality and diversity through a range of employee networks
* Wellbeing initiatives
* Tax - free childcare and childcare services
* Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to & from work.
Right to Work:
All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact before submitting an application.
Interested?
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer and we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and we foster a workforce where people are valued, and represents the local communities that we serve. Slough Borough Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.
We want our application process to be open and accessible. If you wish to make your application in an alternative format, please email quoting the job reference – our Accessibility Statement has more information.
How to Apply:
Please click on the apply button below to submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you
Join our team at Slough Borough Council and help accelerate our journey of transformation and growth
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