Principal Accountant - Capital

Principal Accountant - Capital

Full-Time 50269 - 53460 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Sellick Partnership Careers

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead financial planning, budgeting, and provide expert advice to senior management.
  • Company: Join a progressive public sector organisation undergoing exciting transformation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Collaborative team culture with opportunities to mentor and develop others.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a strategic finance role within a dynamic environment.
  • Qualifications: Qualified accountant with experience in complex finance environments.

The predicted salary is between 50269 - 53460 £ per year.

South East England | Hybrid Working

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£50,269 - £53,460
Full Time | 37 Hours per Week
Permanent

A Strategic Finance Opportunity

We are delighted to be partnering with a large and progressive public sector organisation to recruit a Principal Accountant into its Corporate Finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional looking to take on a strategic role within a complex and dynamic environment.

You will play a key role in supporting senior leadership, contributing to financial planning and decision-making, and ensuring the delivery of a high-quality finance service.

The organisation is undergoing significant transformation and development, making this an exciting time to join a forward-thinking team where your expertise can genuinely influence future direction and outcomes.

The Role

As Principal Accountant, you will

  • Provide expert financial advice and support to senior managers and stakeholders.
  • Lead on budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and statutory reporting activities.
  • Deliver high-quality financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, legislation and financial regulations.
  • Support the development and implementation of financial strategies and policies.
  • Identify opportunities for service improvement, efficiency and innovation.
  • Develop effective relationships across the organisation and act as a trusted financial adviser.
  • Support, mentor and develop members of the finance team.

About You

  • We are seeking an experienced and proactive finance professional who can demonstrate:
  • A recognised professional accountancy qualification (CCAB or equivalent).
  • Significant experience within a complex finance environment.
  • Strong technical accounting and financial management skills.
  • Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • The ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial audiences. xgikmsk
  • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
  • A collaborative approa...

Principal Accountant - Capital employer: Sellick Partnership Careers

As a Finance Business Partner with our public sector organisation, you will thrive in a supportive and inclusive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. Enjoy the benefits of hybrid working, high-profile stakeholder engagement, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on strategic decision-making within a varied and rewarding environment. Join us to enhance your career while contributing to the improvement of financial management and organisational performance.

Sellick Partnership Careers

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Sellick Partnership Careers Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Principal Accountant - Capital

Qualified Accountancy Qualification (CCAB or equivalent)
Budgeting
Forecasting
Financial Planning
Statutory Reporting
Financial Analysis
Technical Accounting Skills