Lead Accountant - Capital
| Posting date: | 25 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £40,000.0 to £46,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £45,000 FTC |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 December 2025 |
| Location: | Plymouth, Devon, EX1 1QA |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4749541_1764057456 |
Summary
Your new company
You'll be joining a forward-thinking public sector organisation that plays a vital role in shaping the future of its community. With bold plans for regeneration, infrastructure, housing, and sustainability, this organisation is committed to delivering transformational projects that make a real difference to residents, businesses, and the wider region.
Your new role
As Lead Accountant within the Capital and Treasury Management team, you'll take ownership of key financial responsibilities, including:
- Overseeing investments, borrowing, and cashflow through effective treasury management.
- Supporting delivery of a complex capital programme worth approximately £350 million, including major regeneration and infrastructure projects.
- Providing financial oversight for large-scale capital projects and working closely with project officers.
- Managing capital financing, monitoring grants, Section 106 contributions, and other funding streams.
- Leading workload planning and resource prioritisation across your team.
This is a fixed-term contract until 31 July 2026, offering hybrid working and a salary of £40,777-£45,091 per annum.What you'll need to succeed
- Part-qualified CCAB accountant (or equivalent), or fully qualified AAT with strong local government finance experience.
- Commitment to achieving full CCAB qualification within five years.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.
- Strong organisational skills to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work under pressure.
- Experience in line management and a collaborative approach to supporting and developing team members.
What you'll get in return
- The chance to work on some of the most exciting and ambitious projects in the region.
- A supportive and experienced finance team that values professional development.
- Opportunities to grow your leadership skills and progress toward full qualifications.
- Hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary.
What you need to do now
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