Bedford Borough Council is a fast growing unitary authority. As a key partner in the growth and development of our services, the Finance team is at the forefront of driving decisions and improving performance across various departments.

We are looking for a fully AAT qualified, enthusiastic Financial Analyst to join our Environment Finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting budget holders in areas such as Housing, Parks and Open Spaces, Events, and Waste Services.
• Assisting in the forecasting, setting of budgets, and resolving financial queries.
• Working with the Agresso finance system to track and report financial data.
• Collaborating across departments to improve performance and financial outcomes.
• Communicating financial information clearly and effectively to non-financial managers.

Experience Criteria: 

• A full AAT membership
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a broad range of services.
• An ability to analyse and interpret complex financial information.
• Proactive problem solving skills.
• Local Government and Agresso experience are desirable but not essential.

Benefits:

• 27 days annual leave entitlement, increasing to 32 days after 5 years of continuous service, plus public holidays.
• AAT Membership reimbursed.
• AAT accredited employer.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working hours.

For an informal discussion about the role, contact Georgina Luther 01234 276616.

How to apply

When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions.  The application questions require a yes/no response.  Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria.  An optional CV template is provided below.  

Closing Date: 30th November 2025

Interview Date(s): W/C 15th December 2025

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

Guaranteed Interview Schemes

Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for.  Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for.  

Visa Sponsorship

Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.