Principal Accountant

Join to apply for the Principal Accountant role at Barnsley Council Position reference: 50131601 Directorate: Core Services | Service: Finance Salary: £34,314 – £52,805 (Career Graded) Working Arrangements: Agile Working Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Please get in touch. Closing date: 30/05/2025 at 23:59 This role requires an Enhanced DBS Check. If you have lived overseas in the last five years, additional checks may be required. Applicants should be prepared with necessary legal documents, including visas. Our organization does not sponsor visas. Pensions regulations may affect pension entitlements if you are already in receipt of a pension when starting employment. At Barnsley Council, you can start a career that makes a real difference. We support our employees with benefits like flexible working, discounts, health and wellbeing support, and training opportunities. Join our finance team to help make Barnsley a place of possibilities. About The Post Salary levels range from £34,314 to £52,805, depending on experience and qualifications. About The Role As a Principal Accountant, you\’ll support the Council’s financial responsibilities, providing strategic advice, financial management, and ensuring compliance with governance and regulations. About You You should have a professional accountancy qualification, proven financial management experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage conflicting workloads effectively. Further details and supporting documents are available to assist your application. Why Work for Us? We value diversity, inclusion, and fairness. We welcome applicants with past convictions and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Visit our jobs page for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr