Job Introduction We are committed to the development of our workforce. This position is only available to applicants who already work for Surrey County Council. We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all. The starting salary for this role is £41,585 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We have a great opportunity to join our Finance team as a Senior Finance Analyst supporting our Adults Wellbeing and Health Partnerships directorate. We support hybrid working with the right balance. The Finance service aim to work in an office for 40% of our working week, and we support working from home the rest of the time. The designated office base is Woodhatch Place in Reigate, however our team works across Reigate, Weybridge and Woking. Our Offer to You 26 days’ holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years’ service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer’s leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role A typical day in this role could see you producing insightful financial analysis, supporting budgeting and forecasting activities, and working closely with Finance Business Partners to help manage budgets within Adult Social Care. You’ll contribute to improving financial processes, ensure high‑quality information is available to support informed decision‑making, and respond to ad‑hoc queries as they arise. There will also be opportunities to get involved in project work, giving you exposure to a broad range of financial challenges across the organisation. The role works in partnership with other Senior Finance Analysts in the team managing workload between you and supporting each other when deadlines arise. The role will also see you working collaboratively with partners in the NHS and would suit someone who is keen to make a difference to the health and wellbeing of the Surrey Population. Over the next 12–18 months, you will be involved in the ongoing budget management of the Better Care Fund a joint fund with the NHS of over £100m in Surrey, working to ensure Surrey County Council closes its financial position robustly. You will also play a key role in supporting the transition, helping to ensure the new East and West Surrey authorities are established on a strong and sustainable financial footing. In this role, you will support the aims of the Health and Wellbeing Board through the effective delivery of the Better Care Fund, helping to ensure financial oversight and alignment with strategic priorities. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours : Collaborating and Building Relationships Influencing and Effective Communication Financial and Technical Skills Professional and Analytical Skills You will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Describe a time when you worked closely with non‑finance colleagues or senior stakeholders to support financial decision‑making. How did you build effective relationships and what was the outcome? Give an example of when you had to explain complex financial information to a non‑technical audience or influence a decision. How did you tailor your approach and what was the result? Provide an example of how you have applied your financial and technical skills to support budget management, forecasting, or financial control. What tools or techniques did you use and how did your work add value? Tell us about a situation where you identified a financial issue or risk through analysis. How did you investigate it, what recommendations did you make, and how was it resolved? Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Andy Wickes by e-mail at andy.wickes@surreycc.gov.uk . The job advert closes at 23:59 on 24/05/2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we’re committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

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