Finance Officer
| Posting date: | 04 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,753 to £36,141 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £30,753 - £36,141 FTE (inclusive of London Weighting) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 August 2025 |
| Location: | Bracknell, Berkshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Bracknell Forest Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | RS/25/319843 |
Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a good work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices and hybrid working opportunities.
About you…
This is a key role supporting the financial relationship between the council and schools, ensuring accurate, timely and effective financial processing and advice.
Working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, you will be the vital link between schools and the council. You will work closely with a range of stakeholders, both internal and external, to support financial planning, monitoring and reporting.
About the team…
The CYPL Finance team oversees all financial aspects of the council’s work with children and young people, with this role focusing specifically on schools, budget support and financial compliance.
We are a team that values continuous improvement, shared learning and supporting each other to deliver high-quality services.
The team operates a hybrid working model, with an expectation of a minimum of 2 days per week in the council’s Time Square offices.
Key responsibilities…
You will assist with financial services and general support. This involves reporting, creating journals, budget movements, coding corrections and reconciliations.
Investigate general financial queries (including supporting the year-end closure and audit requests) and assist in maintaining manual and computerised records including Imprest accounts.
You will support the day-to-day processes for the team including but not limited to the preparation of invoicing for Academies.
Interview date
Interviews will be held on week commencing 1st September 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Matt Espley : Deputy Finance Business Partner : 01344 355309
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a good work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices and hybrid working opportunities.
About you…
This is a key role supporting the financial relationship between the council and schools, ensuring accurate, timely and effective financial processing and advice.
Working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, you will be the vital link between schools and the council. You will work closely with a range of stakeholders, both internal and external, to support financial planning, monitoring and reporting.
About the team…
The CYPL Finance team oversees all financial aspects of the council’s work with children and young people, with this role focusing specifically on schools, budget support and financial compliance.
We are a team that values continuous improvement, shared learning and supporting each other to deliver high-quality services.
The team operates a hybrid working model, with an expectation of a minimum of 2 days per week in the council’s Time Square offices.
Key responsibilities…
You will assist with financial services and general support. This involves reporting, creating journals, budget movements, coding corrections and reconciliations.
Investigate general financial queries (including supporting the year-end closure and audit requests) and assist in maintaining manual and computerised records including Imprest accounts.
You will support the day-to-day processes for the team including but not limited to the preparation of invoicing for Academies.
Interview date
Interviews will be held on week commencing 1st September 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Matt Espley : Deputy Finance Business Partner : 01344 355309
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
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