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Senior Accountant
Your new company
Established public sector organisation in East Midlands
Your new role
Principle Accountant - Hybrid Working - Permanent £38,000 to £44,000 plus benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a finance professional to join a well-established organisation operating within a regulated environment. This varied role offers the opportunity to support a broad range of financial management activities, working closely with operational managers and key stakeholders to deliver high-quality financial insight, reporting and support.
Key responsibilities will include budgeting, forecasting, management accounting, financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, year-end processes and supporting the preparation of statutory accounts. The successful candidate will also contribute to financial planning activities, ensure compliance with financial controls and governance requirements, and help drive continuous improvement across finance processes and systems.
Applicants should have experience within a regulated sector, ideally gained within the not-for-profit, local government, central government or wider public sector environment. Candidates will be studying towards a recognised CCAB qualification or be nearing qualification and will possess a strong technical understanding of financial accounting principles.
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You will have excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work collaboratively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail and the ability to explain complex financial information in a clear and accessible manner are essential. A good working knowledge of finance systems, alongside strong Excel and data analysis skills, is also required.
In return, the organisation offers a supportive and collaborative working environment, flexible hybrid working arrangements and excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
What you'll need to succeed
You'll have relevant finance experience gained within a regulated environment, ideally in the public, not-for-profit or wider regulated sector. Whether qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience, you'll possess strong financial and analytical skills, confidence working with finance systems and Excel, and the ability to build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders. Strong communication skills, attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused approach are essential.
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What you'll get in return
- Flexible working options available.
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Desired Skills and Experience
- Experience in management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting within a regulated, public sector or not-for-profit environment.
- Strong financial systems and Excel skills, with the ability to analyse and interpret financial data.
- Confident business partner with excellent communication skills, capable of building effective stakeholder relationships and providing clear financial advice to both finance and non-finance colleagues.
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