Senior Financial Analyst

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We’re seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to lead our Financial Planning & Analysis function. You’ll provide specialist financial insight, support strategic decision-making, and play a key role in the Council’s medium-term financial planning and budgeting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Financial Planning & Analysis team
• Maintain and develop the Medium-Term Financial Plan and forecasts
• Build and manage complex financial models to support decision-making
• Support budget setting and financial planning processes
• Deliver analysis on cost drivers, value for money, and financial performance
• Provide expert advice on business cases, projects, and complex budget issues
• Support commercial activity, including contract and financial analysis
• Produce financial insights and brief senior stakeholders and decision-makers

About You

• CCAB/CIMA qualified with substantial experience
• Strong financial modelling and analytical expertise
• Experience working in complex organisations and delivering large-scale projects
• Proven ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding of financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis
• Desirable: Local government finance experience

Why Join Us?

Join a collaborative and forward-thinking finance team where you’ll shape financial strategy, support transformation, and help deliver vital services to our communities.

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 19^th July 2026

Provisional Interview Date: Week Commencing 3^rd August 2026

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Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.

Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.