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Principal Accountant
| Posting date: | 03 July 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £41,418.00 to £45,441.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | plus market supplement of £5000 plus £3000 welcome payment |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 July 2024 |
| Location: | Ilkeston, Derbyshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Erewash Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REQ000153 |
Summary
Principal Accountant
Directorate: Resources
Department: Accountancy
Salary: Grade H - £41,418 to £45,441 per year + market supplement* of
£5000 + £3000 welcome payment*
Hours: 37 hours per week
Type: Permanent
Location: Ilkeston Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP
Hybrid/home working available.
Are you looking for a new opportunity in Finance or Accountancy?
This is a fantastic and rare opportunity within a small and friendly Accountancy Team.
We are looking for someone with experience in capital accounting and fixed assets, supporting service directorates by providing professional accountancy advice and VAT accounting. You will also be able to take on special projects within the team.
If you have finance experience at an advanced level, preferably in the public sector, this really is an exciting opportunity.
Why Choose Us?
Step into a new era where change and transformation are in the air. Erewash Borough Council presents a great opportunity for individuals wanting to leave a tangible mark in the public sector. Join us on this exciting journey towards a promising future!
For finance professionals seeking a stable foundation, our council stands out with its robust financial management and a solid medium to long-term financial strategy.
Located in the vibrant East Midlands, with great transport connections from Nottingham, Derby, and Leicester, our Town Halls offer free parking and friendly staff. Embrace the convenience of remote work options alongside a genuinely flexible flexi scheme and a host of family-friendly policies.
Qualifications and Experience
We are looking for someone who:
• Is a CCAB part qualified accountant and/or;
• Is actively studying towards an accountancy qualification with relevant experience or;
• Has equivalent experience of working in a senior role in a local government accountancy section.
Attractive Welcome Payment of £3000
We offer a generous welcome payment to help you get started on your journey with us. The welcome payment of £3000 is attached to this post, payable in your first salary. This additional incentive demonstrates our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent like you.
*Terms and conditions apply to the welcome payment and market supplement. For further information please contact Jo Watts, Head of Human Resources on 0115 907 1038
Benefits of Working for Us
In addition to a competitive salary, you will also have access to:
• Generous annual leave package – 29 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays a year
• Free workplace car parking within the Borough
• Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development
• Family friendly flexible and hybrid/home working policies available
• Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Discounted gym and leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme
For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity and more information about working for Erewash Borough Council please contact Judy Fay, Chief Accountant on 0115 907 1054.
Previous applicants need not apply.
No advertisers or recruitment agencies please.
Closing date for applications is Monday 22 July 2024 at midnight.
Interviews for this position will be held on Friday 26 July 2024.
How to Apply
To apply please visit http://www.erewash.gov.uk/job-search
Interested candidates can apply with a CV and a supporting statement, clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role.
To submit a CV please click on the 'Apply Online' icon located at the foot of the page. You will be requested to provide some basic information before you upload your CV.
Alternatively, an application form and job description are available from Human Resources, Erewash Borough Council, Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP. Telephone: 0115 931 6000 (24 hr. voicemail) or e-mail: jobs@erewash.gov.uk
If you are a current employee of Erewash Borough Council and you wish to apply for this vacancy, you must apply through your Employee Self Service account. If you do not have access to Employee Self Service, you must complete a paper or word version of Erewash Borough Council’s job application form.
The Council is positive about disabled people and those who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview.
The Council also supports the Armed Forces Covenant and those who have previously worked in the armed forces and meet the essential shortlisting criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Please ensure that you make it clear on your application form that you wish to be considered under these criteria.
Directorate: Resources
Department: Accountancy
Salary: Grade H - £41,418 to £45,441 per year + market supplement* of
£5000 + £3000 welcome payment*
Hours: 37 hours per week
Type: Permanent
Location: Ilkeston Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP
Hybrid/home working available.
Are you looking for a new opportunity in Finance or Accountancy?
This is a fantastic and rare opportunity within a small and friendly Accountancy Team.
We are looking for someone with experience in capital accounting and fixed assets, supporting service directorates by providing professional accountancy advice and VAT accounting. You will also be able to take on special projects within the team.
If you have finance experience at an advanced level, preferably in the public sector, this really is an exciting opportunity.
Why Choose Us?
Step into a new era where change and transformation are in the air. Erewash Borough Council presents a great opportunity for individuals wanting to leave a tangible mark in the public sector. Join us on this exciting journey towards a promising future!
For finance professionals seeking a stable foundation, our council stands out with its robust financial management and a solid medium to long-term financial strategy.
Located in the vibrant East Midlands, with great transport connections from Nottingham, Derby, and Leicester, our Town Halls offer free parking and friendly staff. Embrace the convenience of remote work options alongside a genuinely flexible flexi scheme and a host of family-friendly policies.
Qualifications and Experience
We are looking for someone who:
• Is a CCAB part qualified accountant and/or;
• Is actively studying towards an accountancy qualification with relevant experience or;
• Has equivalent experience of working in a senior role in a local government accountancy section.
Attractive Welcome Payment of £3000
We offer a generous welcome payment to help you get started on your journey with us. The welcome payment of £3000 is attached to this post, payable in your first salary. This additional incentive demonstrates our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent like you.
*Terms and conditions apply to the welcome payment and market supplement. For further information please contact Jo Watts, Head of Human Resources on 0115 907 1038
Benefits of Working for Us
In addition to a competitive salary, you will also have access to:
• Generous annual leave package – 29 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays a year
• Free workplace car parking within the Borough
• Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development
• Family friendly flexible and hybrid/home working policies available
• Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Discounted gym and leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme
For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity and more information about working for Erewash Borough Council please contact Judy Fay, Chief Accountant on 0115 907 1054.
Previous applicants need not apply.
No advertisers or recruitment agencies please.
Closing date for applications is Monday 22 July 2024 at midnight.
Interviews for this position will be held on Friday 26 July 2024.
How to Apply
To apply please visit http://www.erewash.gov.uk/job-search
Interested candidates can apply with a CV and a supporting statement, clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role.
To submit a CV please click on the 'Apply Online' icon located at the foot of the page. You will be requested to provide some basic information before you upload your CV.
Alternatively, an application form and job description are available from Human Resources, Erewash Borough Council, Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP. Telephone: 0115 931 6000 (24 hr. voicemail) or e-mail: jobs@erewash.gov.uk
If you are a current employee of Erewash Borough Council and you wish to apply for this vacancy, you must apply through your Employee Self Service account. If you do not have access to Employee Self Service, you must complete a paper or word version of Erewash Borough Council’s job application form.
The Council is positive about disabled people and those who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview.
The Council also supports the Armed Forces Covenant and those who have previously worked in the armed forces and meet the essential shortlisting criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Please ensure that you make it clear on your application form that you wish to be considered under these criteria.
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About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.