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Hammond Clarke Group are partnering with a public sector organisation in Kent in their search for a new Principal Accountant.
Are you an accountant that is capable of making a difference and giving back to the community by working in local government?
What’s in it for you?
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A starting salary of £44,551 per annum
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Flexible, hybrid working arrangements that support and encourage a good work-life balance.
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We’ll support and encourage your career by providing excellent opportunities for training and development.
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Generous annual leave entitlement, starting at 23 days PLUS 3 additional days over the Christmas period whilst the Council offices are closed. There is also the option to buy additional annual leave.
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We do not work on Bank Holidays.
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A fantastic local government pension scheme.
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Employee perks, including multiple retailer and lifestyle discounts to tackle the cost of living and help you enjoy your free time.
About this Principal Accountant job opportunity:
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As our Principal Accountant, you’ll take a lead role in the strategic risk management, tax management, audit liaison and budget monitoring for the general fund revenue account.
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You will be looking after our statutory obligations in relation to VAT including advising on the correct VAT treatment of supplies and tax planning and overseeing fraud prevention.
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You’ll contribute to the financial year end processes relating to the publishing of the Statement of Accounts and the Local Government Transparency Code.
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As an expert in your field, you’ll provide financial advice to support the council’s objectives and tax affairs.
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You’ll lead on budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes ensuring accuracy and alignment with corporate plan objectives within a challenging financial environment for local authorities.
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As our new Principal Accountant, you will monitor and analyse financial performance, ensure robust controls are followed and collaborate with stakeholders.
Working pattern:
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Full-time, Monday to Friday, excluding Bank Holidays
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37 hours per week
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Flexible working hours and location
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A full week off over Christmas! Plus 23 days of annual leave to use throughout the rest of the year.
About you:
Your skills:
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Able to continually develop and improve your specialist knowledge, within the context of Local Government.
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An effective team player.
Your knowledge:
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Understanding of Local Government Finance
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Understanding and knowledge of accounting regulations
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Knowledge of financial systems
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Understanding and knowledge of financial legislation
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Understanding of government guidance on specific service areas
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Knowledge of Financial Regulations and Contract Standing Orders
Your experience:
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Experience of preparing and managing budgets
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Experience in managing people.
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Experience of writing and presenting finance reports
Your qualifications:
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CCAB qualified or substantial work-related experience.
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5 GCSE’s including Maths and English grades C/4 or above