Accountant

Darlington Permanent View Job Description
Step into a pivotal role as an experienced Accountant, where you'll support the accounting department and shape the organisation's financial future through impactful reporting, strategic budgeting, and insightful analysis.
  • Be integral to an organisation's financial health and strategic objectives
  • Lead and shape the financial future of a dynamic organisation

About Our Client

Our client is a prominent player in their industry, overseeing a large network of services across various sectors. This organisation, based in Darlington, is dedicated to delivering a high standard of service to both its internal and external stakeholders. This is a fantastic time to join a top performing organisation with recent and upcoming investment which promises to drive economic growth, develop strategic partnerships and ultimately support the success of individuals across the local community.

Job Description

  • Key Senior Member of a Growing Team: Join a small yet ambitious strategic finance team poised for expansion, offering significant opportunities for leadership and impact.
  • Collaborative and Improvement-Driven Culture: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork, open communication, and a constant drive to enhance processes and performance.
  • Shape Core Financial Systems: Play a fundamental role in the design, implementation, and improvement of underlying financial systems, leaving a lasting impact on efficiency and accuracy.
  • Influence Finance Function Operations: Directly contribute to shaping the operational framework of the finance function, establishing best practices and optimising workflows.
  • Drive Value Recognition: Be instrumental in demonstrating and embedding the strategic value that a highly effective finance team brings to the wider delivery organisation, influencing decision-making and achieving organisational goals



The Successful Applicant

The successful Accountant should have:

  • Professional certification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA)
  • Proven work experience in Local Government
  • Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures
  • Strong attention to detail with an analytical mind
  • Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and accounting software

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary up to £66,000 per year
  • 27 Days annual leave, increasing to 32 days after 5 years service
  • Hybrid/Flexible working
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme
  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Car Lease Scheme
  • Free Parking
  • On Site Café with staff Discount & more!



By joining the team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the growth of local communities. Your work will directly impact the lives of individuals and businesses in the region, making a lasting positive impact.

Contact
Helen Dodds
Quote job ref
JN-102024-6571100
Phone number
+44 191 490 4155

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Management Accountant
Sector
Public Sector
Location
Darlington
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Helen Dodds
Consultant phone
+44 191 490 4155
Job reference
JN-102024-6571100