Company Description
Advance Northumberland is a property investment and development business committed to improving prosperity, addressing inequalities, and promoting economic growth in Northumberland. Wholly owned by Northumberland County Council, it serves as the Council’s primary regeneration delivery vehicle. With a board comprising both public and private sector leaders, the organization employs various investment, development, and regeneration strategies to shape communities. Advance Northumberland plays a pivotal role in fostering economic opportunities in the region.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role based in Ashington. The Management Accountant will be responsible for preparing and analysing financial statements, managing accruals, and ensuring compliance with accounting and finance standards. Key responsibilities include supporting financial planning, monitoring budgets, providing analytical insights to optimise financial performance, and collaborating with internal teams to maintain accurate financial records.
In 2026, we will be introducing new finance software, therefore experience of using Sage Intacct software would be beneficial.
Qualifications
* Proficiency in preparing and analysing Financial Statements and managing Accruals
* Strong Analytical Skills with a focus on identifying trends and providing actionable insights
* Comprehensive knowledge and expertise in Finance and Accounting principles and practices
* Excellent communication and organizational skills
* Relevant qualification such as ACCA / ACA, or CIMA
* People management skills
Our Values
Our values are at the centre of our activities, linking to our visiton to make Northumberland a wonderful place for people to live, work and do business:
* Dedication – passionate and tenacious about delivering for Northumberland.
* Honesty – working to the highest standards of integrity and accountability.
* Collaboration – deliver in partnership with Northumberland County Council and organisations across the public and private sectors.
Hybrid Working – We offer the capacity to work on a hybrid basis, with three days in the office / on site. Of course, initially you might be in the office more, whilst you get to know your colleagues and our activities in more detail.
Our benefits
We care about our colleagues and their wellbeing and have been nationally recognised for this. Apart from the competitive salary, we also have fantastic benefits. We focus on our colleague’s health, wealth, and lifestyle. We like to think our benefits package is one of the best around! Here is an example below on what you can expect.
Annual leave - Start with 26 days, increasing to 31 days with service. Of course, you’ll have public holidays too!
Pension - Generous employer contributions of 8%. You pay 2%, although you can choose to pay more if you want.
Financial Benefits - Enjoy the security of free life assurance, an employee referral scheme (earning £1,000 per recruited referral), and our Cash plan App with discounts and cashback at top retailers. Free on-site parking at all locations.
Performance Related Incentive Scheme – subject to achievement of company and individual performance targets, annual incentive payable.
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Services - Access our colleague assistance programme with 24/7 support, GP services, mental health support and, dental and optical plus a range of other health therapies. We also have a cycle to work scheme and home electronics schemes, both of which are salary exchange, so you pay less National Insurance. We have extensive health campaigns from our award-winning Better Health at work team.
Motoring Benefits - Take advantage of exclusive employee vehicle-leasing schemes, through NHS Fleet.