Principal Accountant

3 weeks ago

Haddington, United Kingdom East Lothian Council Full time

Vacancy Information

Hourly rate of pay: £26.91 - £30.30

Days and Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday, 09:00-17:00
Starting and finishing times are flexible, and flexi time is applicable.
To start asap.

This post is being re-advertised. Previous unsuccessful applicants need not re-apply.

We are seeking a qualified accountant to manage the payment functions within the Corporate Accounting team. The successful candidate will manage a team to ensure that appropriate procedures and controls are in place and will play an important part in ensuring that the Council is managing resources efficiently and effectively.

The job holder will support Service Managers on all aspects of financial accounting, including supporting the production of year end accounts and audit process, working across all council departments to provide support and advice and ensuring that financial governance procedures for purchasing are being adhered to. Other responsibilities include budget monitoring, and elements of project accounting. The Council has embarked on a project to replace its ledger system and the post holder will play a critical role in supporting this project.

The successful candidate will be a key member of the Corporate Accounting management team. We are looking for an ambitious candidate who passionate about continuous improvement and able to contribute professional expertise to develop the service and support key projects. You will work collaboratively with other members of the Finance Team and the wider organisation to deliver agreed outcomes, ensuring a high standard of customer satisfaction embedding financial governance and professional practice.

Home Working Consideration
Applications for homeworking or hybrid working will be considered for this post, subject to a trial period and in accordance with East Lothian Council’s Home Working and Worksmart Policies which can be found

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