Location: CV43 4UL
Start date: ASAP
Contract duration: 12+ months
Working hours: Mon Fri, 08 15, 37 hours per week
Pay rate: £28.43 per hour
As Principal Accountant, you will:
* Lead the preparation and monitoring of Council budgets.
* Ensure timely and accurate production of statutory Final Accounts.
* Advise senior officers and Members on key financial decisions.
* Manage and mentor a small finance team.
* Act as the lead on a specialist portfolio (e.g. Treasury, HRA, Systems or Projects).
What we're looking for:
* CCAB qualification (or significant relevant experience with part-qualification).
* A deep understanding of public sector finance and legislative codes.
* Strong analytical, IT, and spreadsheet skills.
* Excellent communication able to translate complex financial data into clear advice.
* Experience managing people and projects.
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