Financial Analyst

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Children’s Services Finance Team for a Financial Analyst on a one-year fixed contract. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic finance professional to join our team.

In this role, you will primarily focus on supporting the grant return process, but you will also assist the management accountant with a variety of ad hoc finance tasks, year-end processes, and monthly financial monitoring. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with financial and non-financial stakeholders to resolve queries and provide support in delivering key finance functions for Children's Services.

We are looking for candidates who are AAT Level 4 qualified. Previous experience in a similar finance role within local government is desirable. You must be able to work at pace, manage multiple priorities effectively, and demonstrate attention to detail in all aspects of your work.

Employees will benefit from a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days. The role offers flexible working hours and location, with the option to work from home or in the office, depending on business needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your finance career in a dynamic team that plays a key role in supporting financial matters within Childrens Services.

For an informal discussion, please contact Lin Liu on 01234 276094 or Sue Sangar on 01234 276527

Closing Date

3rd July 2026

Interview Date(s)

W/C 20th July 2026

How to apply

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Please note

The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of

· a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving)

· a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only)

unless the appointment is business critical

For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk

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