Secondment Opportunity (6 Months)
INTERNAL ONLY (DCC Employees Only)
An exciting secondment opportunity has arisen for a Senior Accountant working full time secondment opportunity to join Finance - Inclusion and Learning. If you are an effective communicator and inspiring team leader with first class interpersonal skills we want to hear from you.
Excellent IT and analytical skills with a sound understanding of accounting principles are also essential, as is the ability to organise and prioritise often conflicting workloads to achieve results accurately and on time.
It is an exciting time to be joining our finance team, we have several key transformation projects getting under way which will define our service for years to come.
As a finance professional you will have a critical role in shaping and leading our service, ensuring systems are fit for purpose, remain relevant in an ever-changing environment, and deliver our fundamental purpose of securing excellent financial stewardship and probity.
Senior Accountant – Schools
This pivotal role will provide all aspects of the finance function to Inclusion and Learning. Responsibilities will include reporting to the Head Accountant, key member of the Inclusion and Learning management team and direct line management of two teams supporting the Dedicated Schools Grant and Financial Consultants.
They will ensure that systems and processes are developed and maintained to provide reasonable assurance that maintained schools are compliant with financial management standards. They will lead on the schools aspects of budget preparation, budget monitoring and closure of accounts, ensuring effective communication and liaison with other LA departments and schools ensuring the Dedicated Schools Grant is accounted for in accordance with the conditions of the grant and the Schools and Early Years Financial Regulations.
The post holder will lead an effective and independent financial management support service to budget holders and appropriate management groups, and organise, develop and deliver a comprehensive finance function for a highly volatile and challenging service area. As well as ensuring systems and operations are in place for financial forecasting and modelling.
You will need to be a self-motivated finance professional who is an effective communicator, with good interpersonal skills, IT and analytical skills. A sound understanding of accounting principles are essential, as is the ability to organise and prioritise often conflicting workloads to achieve deadlines and other key outputs with accuracy.
Devon County Council is an ACCA approved employer, CIMA premier partner and a CIPFA platinum accredited employer. We are committed to supporting your professional studies and continuing professional development while providing professionally and personally rewarding opportunities to enhance your career.
Working for Devon County Council has all the benefits that you can expect from a large employer. In return for the vital contribution that you make, we offer:
1. 26 days annual leave per year (rising with length of service) plus Bank Holidays effective from 1 April 2024
2. Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme - more information can be found on the
3. Access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme – available 24/7 to support you with personal and work life
4. Flexible working opportunities, including home-working (subject to the needs of the role)
5. Discounts from local and high street retailers through the Devon Discounts scheme