Directorate Accountant

Overview

Job title: Directorate Accountant

Salary: Competitive (Band E equivalent)

Location: Hybrid Offices based in Herefordshire

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

About the role

Are you an experienced finance professional looking to make a real impact? We’re seeking a Directorate Accountant to join our collaborative and forward-thinking finance team within a leading public sector organisation. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead and coordinate financial services across a range of directorates, supporting the effective management of public funds and ensuring the delivery of accurate, high-quality financial information. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, budget holders, and finance colleagues to provide expert advice and drive continuous improvement in financial management, reporting, and accountability. Managing a small team, you’ll also play a key role in developing staff capability and embedding excellence across financial processes.

About You

You’ll bring a strong background in management accounting, ideally within a local government or public sector environment. You’ll have excellent analytical skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial audiences.

Qualifications

• CCAB qualified (accounting or part-qualified with relevant experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the provision of financial services and reporting for allocated directorates.
• Oversee budget setting, monitoring, forecasting, and year-end processes.
• Provide robust financial analysis and advice to budget holders and senior managers.
• Ensure financial information meets required standards and audit requirements.
• Support performance management, including team development and SLA reporting.
• Contribute to the enhancement of financial systems, processes, and controls.

Requirements / What we’re looking for

• Is CCAB qualified (accounting or part-qualified with relevant experience).
• Has proven experience managing or supervising a finance team.
• Thrives on collaboration and building effective working relationships.
• Is proactive in driving service improvement and efficiency.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a supportive and professional finance service committed to delivering excellence. We offer flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference to the community through sound financial stewardship.

Interested?

Apply now to join a dynamic finance team that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration.

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