Location: Aylesbury
Overview
Buckinghamshire Council is seeking a high performing Senior Finance Business Partner to join our Finance Business Partnering and Financial Planning functions for a fixed term of 2 years. This role presents the opportunity to work right at the heart of fast paced, priority Capital Programme area within the Council, overseeing the Financial management of the Housing Infrastructure Programme (HIF). This programme is the largest Capital Programme in the Council, totalling more than £200m, delivering key infrastructure to facilitate housing development in Aylesbury.
As part of the Finance Management team, this role provides the opportunity to provide expert financial insight to support key change activities such as financial improvements.
Why join us?
At Buckinghamshire Council, you’ll be part of something bigger. As a large and forward-thinking unitary authority, we’re on a mission to make Buckinghamshire the best place to live, raise a family, work, and do business. This is your chance to help shape the future of our county - supporting residents, driving innovation, and making a real difference every day.
We’re proud to be one of the largest local authorities in the UK, working in close partnership with a wide network of public and private sector organisations. Our scale and ambition mean you’ll have access to exciting challenges, meaningful work, and the opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.
We’re committed to flexible, modern ways of working that promote a healthy work-life balance. From the moment you join us, we’ll invest in your development and wellbeing, helping you to be your best every step of the way.
In addition to a rewarding role and the chance to make a tangible impact, we offer:
1. Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements
2. Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
3. A strong focus on personal and professional development
4. Exclusive discounts on a wide range of services, shops, and restaurants
Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping a better Buckinghamshire for today and for generations to come.
About us
Our Finance team plays a vital role in delivering the Council’s strategic vision. We support the Corporate Management Team, Cabinet, and key committees with expert financial insight and guidance. From shaping long-term financial strategies and setting budgets, to business partnering, procurement support, and statutory reporting we’re at the heart of sound financial decision-making across the organisation.
As a Finance team, we are committed to providing high quality professional services. Our team works collaboratively to manage and deliver an excellent service and despite this we continually strive for improvements, valuing innovation and a proactive approach to make the service the best it possibly can be. Our vision is
“The vision for Finance Service is to use streamlined and cost-effective processes to support the delivery of Council objectives, inform decision making and deliver financial control. The Finance Service has three key improvement principles: Simplify, Streamline, Standardise.”
About the role
As Senior Finance Business Partner (fixed term) you will report to the Head of Financial Planning & Capital Programme.
Primary responsibilities include:
5. Finance Lead for the Council’s HIF programme, reporting Corporately on financial position and risk across the programme.
6. Oversight and management of complex grant income, including accounting and cashflow management.
7. Working collaboratively with Project Leads to resolve issues.
Any-Desk:
As an ‘any-desk’ worker, you’ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements.
About you
To thrive in this role, you’ll bring experience of management roles within professional finance services within a in a large public sector organisation. You’ll be a CCAB or CIMA qualified accountant, with a proven track record operating at Senior Finance Business Partner level (or equivalent), ideally within the public sector.
You’ll need to demonstrate your ability to manage large-scale budgets with precision, ensuring services are delivered within agreed resources while maintaining financial sustainability.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills are essential. You’ll be translating complex financial data into clear, actionable insight for a wide range of stakeholders from senior leaders to frontline teams.
We’re looking for proven leadership skills, someone who can inspire and high-performing teams, build trust across the organisation, and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability. Your resilience, strategic mindset, and drive for results will be key to succeeding in this high-impact role.
Please see the attached job summary for further information about this role.