Vacancy Information
Hourly rate of pay: £ - £
Days and Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday, 09:00-17:00
Starting and finishing times are flexible, and flexi time is applicable.
To start 31st November 2024.
Principal Accountant - Service Accounting
East Lothian is seeking a qualified accountant to join the team. The post will be based in Service Accounting and will support the financial management of a range of council services.
As a smaller council there will be opportunities for the successful applicant to work across a wider remit and develop their skills and experience.
This is a critical post within the structure and there will be opportunities for the successful applicant to help shape the future direction of the team and this is an exciting time to join.
The council offers flexible working, including working from home and flexi time, generous annual leave entitlement and a career average earnings pension scheme.
Home Working Consideration
Applications for homeworking or hybrid working will be considered for this post, subject to a trial period and in accordance with East Lothian Council’s Home Working and Worksmart Policies which can be found. Home or Hybrid working options can be discussed with candidates invited for interview. All applicants must live in the UK and will be expected to attend Council offices from time to time as required.
Job Details
As a senior member of the wider Finance Team, the Principal Accountant will be expected to:
In collaboration with the Service Manager operationally manage the provision of professional technical financial advice across the Council identifying and delivering the strategic objectives for the Finance team and wider Finance service.
Oversee the development and training of the Finance Team, ensuring the service has the appropriate skills, demonstrating continuous improvement, and is resourced to support the Council’s wider transformational change agenda.
Play a key role in ensuring Council services are managing their resources as efficiently and effectively as possible.