Principal Accountant (Strategic), Worthing
Employer: Adur & Worthing Councils
Location: Worthing, United Kingdom
Salary: Starting from £47,181 to £51,356 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 21/08/2025 at 23:55
Reference: SRD/25/320084
Job Description
Principal Accountant (Strategic)
Are you an experienced finance professional ready to lead a high-performing team and influence strategic decision-making across multiple Councils? Join our friendly Finance Team and make a real impact in public sector financial management.
You will lead our Strategic Finance Team, managing treasury functions and supporting three local Councils. Your key responsibilities include:
* Strategic financial planning and treasury management
* Closure of accounts and statutory reporting
* Driving service improvements and digital transformation
* Advising senior leadership and influencing financial decisions
We seek a qualified or time-qualified accountant with:
* Proven treasury and strategic finance experience
* Successful team leadership and process improvement skills
* Excellent analytical and communication skills
* Confidence to influence stakeholders and work independently
* A proactive, tech-savvy approach
This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive, innovative, and inclusive culture.
We support care leavers and operate a guaranteed interview scheme for eligible applicants. We are also a Disability Confident employer, ensuring fair consideration for applicants with disabilities.
Our benefits include:
* Generous leave (minimum 26 days + Bank Holidays)
* Local Government Pension
* Training & development
* Occupational Health
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Resource groups and networks
* Flexible working options
We promote diversity and inclusion, fostering a respectful and supportive environment for all staff.
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