Principal Accountant

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Job Ref: AVBC000000239

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join our Financial Services Team in an ambitious organisation that is embarking on a transformation journey.

We see our accountants as valued partners working alongside services to help deliver what matters to their customers.

We are looking to appoint a finance professional who will contribute to all aspects of the financial standing, management and reporting of the Council’s financial resources. 

This key finance post will support the delivery of a comprehensive finance service, with particular focus on working as part of a small team that delivers the finance business partnering requirements for the council as well as, VAT, systems, and the completion of statutory returns.

You will also play a key role in supporting the development of the annual budget, the medium-term financial plan, and the production of the Council’s statement of accounts.

The ideal candidate will need to be a qualified (or part-qualified) accountant and with experience of working in a local government accountancy section, ideally in a district council. Experience of assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts, budget preparation, and budgetary control is desirable. Ideally, you will also have a good understanding of VAT and be proficient in the use of computerised financial systems.

You will be an innovative self-starter who thrives on challenges. You’ll have excellent communication skills, be able to build effective relationships across the council and to communicate financial information in an understandable form to colleagues across the Council.

The Council offers a generous working package including:

• Flexible Working
• Hybrid Working
• 31 days leave (after 5 years’ service) + up to 18 flexi-leave days per year
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent personal and professional development opportunities

If you feel you have the skills, experience and drive required, we look forward to receiving your application. If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Lee Finnesey, Head of Finance on 01773 841679.

To apply, please visit Amber Valley Borough Council’s website at: www.ambervalley.gov.uk/jobs

Any application forms received after the closing date will not be accepted.

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.