Senior Accountant
JOB_53488544732956Job type
PermanentLocation
Newcastle (Tyne & Wear)Working Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Senior Finance QualifiedIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£46,000 + benefits
Technical Accounting, Local Government Experience, PFI, Pensions, Treasury, Closedown, Qualified
Shape the Future of Public Finance
Are you ready to make a real impact in your community while advancing your career in public sector finance? We’re looking for a dynamic and driven financial professional to join our team and help steer financial strategy in local government – you will hopefully already have experience in this sector.
What You’ll Do
As a Senior Accountant, you’ll be at the heart of our financial operations – providing expert advice, driving innovation, and supporting both internal teams and external partners. Your work will span a wide range of technical areas, including:
- Budget Planning & Control: Prepare and monitor revenue budgets, identify cost pressures, and contribute to the Council’s annual budget and medium-term financial plan.
- Accounting & Reporting: Maintain and develop financial systems, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and prepare final accounts.
- Data Analysis & Returns: Produce detailed management information, complete complex government returns, and support strategic decision-making.
- ️ Capital Projects & Funding: Advise on capital programme development, external funding regimes, and business case preparation.
- Policy & Process Development: Assist in reviewing and implementing financial policies that enhance efficiency and transparency.
- You’ll also contribute to Cabinet reports, develop innovative solutions to funding challenges, and deliver a responsive, value-adding service to budget holders and stakeholders.
- Ideally, you will have experience in PFI and pensions or bring knowledge of treasury and closedown
Who You’ll Work With- Internally: Collaborate with directorates, coach and mentor staff, and support managers in achieving service objectives.
- Externally: Represent the Council on relevant bodies and work closely with partner agencies to deliver shared goals.
- What We Value
We’re committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do. You’ll play a key role in promoting these values across our services and employment practices.What You’ll Bring- Proven experience in financial management, budgeting, and accounting
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and confidently
- A proactive mindset with a passion for public service
Ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the financial future of our community? Apply now and be part of a team that values your expertise and empowers you to make a difference.
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Senior AccountantJOB_534885447329562025-10-092026-01-07
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