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Principal Accountant

Job in West Midlands, Birmingham, West Midlands, B1, England, UK
Listing for: Service Care
Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-10-03
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 550 GBP Daily GBP 550.00 DAY
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: West Midlands

Job Details

Location:

Remote (Warwickshire office)

Contract:

Temporary (3 months)

Salary: £550 per day umbrella / £478.60 PAYE Inclusive / £427.05 PAYE Exclusive

Start Date:

ASAP

Job Description

Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Warwickshire for a Principal Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will play a key role in the overall financial management; planning, directing and controlling the preparation and monitoring of statutory financial tasks, ensuring integrity and aiding decision making.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead on the preparation, monitoring and reporting of revenue and capital budgets, ensuring compliance with legislation and Council requirements.
  • Manage the annual Statement of Accounts process, including statutory reporting, accounting standards and liaison with External Audit.
  • Provide high-level financial advice to senior officers and Members, supporting effective financial decision-making across the Council.
  • Lead on a specialist area such as Treasury Management, Housing, financial systems, budget setting or strategic projects.
Candidate Criteria
  • CCAB qualified accountant with 3+ years' post-qualification public sector experience, or significant relevant experience with Senior AAT or part-qualified CCAB status.
  • Strong knowledge of local government finance, accounting standards and statutory Codes of Practice.
  • Proven experience using financial management systems and complex spreadsheets, with a strong focus on accuracy and deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with experience working with senior officers, Members, External Audit and other key stakeholders.
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