Directorate Accountant
Salary: Competitive (Band E equivalent)
Location: Hybrid – Offices based in Herefordshire
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Are you an experienced finance professional looking to make a real
impact? We’re seeking a Directorate Accountant to join our collaborative
and forward-thinking finance team within a leading public sector
organisation.
In this pivotal role, you’ll lead and coordinate financial services
across a range of directorates, supporting the effective management of
public funds and ensuring the delivery of accurate, high-quality
financial information.
You’ll work closely with senior leaders, budget holders, and finance
colleagues to provide expert advice and drive continuous improvement in
financial management, reporting, and accountability. Managing a small
team, you’ll also play a key role in developing staff capability and
embedding excellence across financial processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the provision of financial services and reporting for allocated
directorates.
- Oversee budget setting, monitoring, forecasting, and year-end
processes.
- Provide robust financial analysis and advice to budget holders and
senior managers.
- Ensure financial information meets required standards and audit
requirements.
- Support performance management, including team development and SLA
reporting.
- Contribute to the enhancement of financial systems, processes, and
controls.
About You
You’ll bring a strong background in management accounting, ideally
within a local government or public sector environment. You’ll have
excellent analytical skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability
to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial
audiences.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Is CCAB qualified (accounting or part-qualified with relevant experience).
- Has proven experience managing or supervising a finance team.
- Thrives on collaboration and building effective working
relationships.
- Is proactive in driving service improvement and efficiency.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a supportive and professional finance service
committed to delivering excellence. We offer flexible working
arrangements, professional development opportunities, and the chance to
make a real difference to the community through sound financial
stewardship.
Interested?
Apply now to join a dynamic finance team that values integrity,
innovation, and collaboration.
Management Accounting
CCAB qualified (accounting or part-qualified with relevant experience)