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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Gloucestershire
  • Working Pattern

    Flexible Working,Full-time
  • Specialism

    Senior Finance Qualified
  • Industry

    Government & Public Services
  • Pay

    £49764
  • Closing date

    17 Jul 2025

Principal Accountant

JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership within the finance function, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, financial reporting standards, and best practices.
  • Lead the preparation of the annual statement of accounts, including supporting notes and working papers.
  • Maintain oversight and control of the balance sheet.
  • Act as the primary liaison with internal and external auditors.
  • Offer financial advice and guidance to senior leadership and stakeholders.
  • Manage capital accounting processes, including asset register maintenance, capital charges, financing, and strategy development.
  • Oversee payroll operations, including salary sacrifice schemes and coordination with pension providers.
  • Lead treasury management activities, including banking, cash flow, investments, and the development of strategic documents and reports.
  • Supervise the insurance function and ensure appropriate coverage and risk management.
  • Oversee the financial system’s control and maintenance.
  • Ensure effective VAT management and provide guidance on compliance.
  • Attend and contribute to committee and board meetings as required.
  • Ensure timely and accurate completion of statutory returns and external reporting.
  • Support team development through training and capacity building.
  • Manage workloads under tight deadlines and changing priorities.
  • Act as deputy to the Finance Manager when necessary.
  • Promote and uphold the organisation’s values and behaviours.
  • Undertake any other duties reasonably aligned with the scope of the role.
Skills and Experience:

  • Fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent).
  • Strong understanding of accounting standards and codes of practice.
  • Demonstrated experience in producing annual financial statements for complex organisations.
  • Proven ability to advise senior stakeholders on financial matters.
  • Experience in team leadership and staff development.
  • Familiarity with administrative systems and legal compliance.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage complex workloads.
  • Experience of presenting financial information to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to operate effectively in sensitive or high-profile environments.
  • Advanced problem-solving skills and ability to apply innovative thinking.
Judgement and Decision-Making:

  • Exercise discretion in areas lacking clear guidance, using professional judgement to make decisions that impact service delivery.
Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Engage with internal leadership, external partners, auditors, suppliers, and other stakeholders as required.
Resource Management:

  • Limited direct responsibility for financial resources, with a focus on oversight and strategic input.
General Expectations:
  • Align service delivery with organisational goals and values.
  • Collaborate across departments to support broader objectives.
  • Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.
  • Comply with health and safety, environmental, and safeguarding policies.
  • Participate in training and development as required.

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