Finance Analyst (Treasury & Pensions)

Job Description

The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a Finance Analyst (Treasury & Pensions) to join the Finance Directorate. This specialist role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the effective management of the Council’s treasury and Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) activities. Reporting to the Treasury and Pensions Accountant, the postholder will provide expert financial analysis, technical advice and professional support to help safeguard public funds, ensure regulatory compliance and support the Council’s long-term financial sustainability.

The successful candidate will play a key role in treasury management and pension fund operations, supporting cashflow management, investment and borrowing activities, financial planning, statutory reporting and year-end accounts. You will analyse complex financial information, interpret legislation and regulatory requirements, identify financial risks and opportunities, and provide clear recommendations to support decision-making. The role also involves preparing technical working papers, statutory returns and audit information, while contributing to the continuous improvement of treasury and pension fund systems, processes and controls.

This is a varied and rewarding position that combines technical accounting expertise with analytical problem-solving and stakeholder engagement. You will work closely with colleagues, auditors, advisers and external organisations, helping to ensure the Council maintains high standards of financial governance, compliance and value for money. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented and committed to delivering accurate, high-quality financial support within a complex local government environment.

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience in finance, accounting, treasury management or pension fund administration within a complex organisation
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting, ideally within the public sector
• Understanding of treasury management and/or LGPS pension fund regulations, including relevant CIPFA guidance
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial and regulatory information
• Experience preparing financial reports, working papers, statutory returns or audit information
• Ability to use financial systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, to analyse and present data effectively
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise professional judgement and develop practical solutions to complex financial issues
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain technical financial matters to a range of audiences
• A proactive and collaborative approach, demonstrating accountability, ownership and a commitment to continuous improvement and financial governance
• AAT qualified, part-qualified CCAB (or equivalent), or able to demonstrate significant relevant professional experience

For more information, please refer to the Role Profile/ Selection Criteria

About us

Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.

Other information

Support for candidates visit:Harrow.gov.uk Our behavioural indicators roles below G11 and above G11 Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits

Important Note

To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our equality statement.

As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at resourcing@harrow.gov.uk

London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures.

Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.

Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration.

The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting www.cifas.org.uk/fpn