We have exciting opportunities for Finance Business Partners to join us! This is a rolling advert. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will be scheduled accordingly. We encourage early submissions to ensure you don’t miss this opportunity. These are full-time, permanent roles with hybrid working, and a salary of £59,961 - £65,471 per annum (up to £73,442 for exceptional candidates). About Us The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse. Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge. The role This is an exciting time to join our finance team at the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead. We are looking to build a world-class finance team to support all our services navigate the challenging financial environment in which local authorities operate. With the lowest Council Tax of any unitary authority outside of London we have a record of delivering efficiently. However, we cannot stand still and strengthening the finance team to meet future demands is a priority. This role will report to the Head of Finance Business Partnering and help lead a team of management accountants deliver insightful budget monitoring to the senior management team and elected members. You will also be integral to the budget setting process, working alongside other finance colleagues and service managers. Technical skills are important, but equally we are looking for individuals who are comfortable building relationships with non-finance colleagues. A willingness to adopt innovative approaches is also key, as we look to drive improvements in the council’s financial management. We are also looking for team players who are willing to spend time coaching our cadre of CIPFA graduate trainees. We have a number of roles available, and will be open to discussion with successful candidates as to which area will suit their career ambitions. Working is hybrid, but a presence in the office on average of two days week is desirable as building a motivated team will be critical to success. There will be expectation that business critical meetings are prioritised to be attended in person. For an informal discussion on the role, contact the Assistant Director Finance at julian.mcgowan@rbwm.gov.uk What We Offer 32 days annual leave Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision. Free employee parking close to the offices. Give As You Earn scheme. Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement. Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information. Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals. RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger. If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Interview dates: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will be scheduled accordingly.