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Job Title: Principal Accountant Starting Salary: £53,806 progressing to £59,496 per annum Hours: 37 per week Location: Stevenage with hybrid working opportunities Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire County Council’s (HCC) Finance Team is recruiting three Principal Accountants — two within Children’s Services and one supporting Adult Care Services.Your role will not only deliver value to over 1.2 million residents across Hertfordshire, but your contribution will also be instrumental in upholding our core values, enhancing lives, and fostering a culture of integrity.The Principal Accountant role within Children’s Services – Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) includes line management of two Senior Accountants. The primary focus is addressing the financial pressures within the DSG budget and overseeing delegated budgets to schools. Hertfordshire receives a DSG allocation of £1.5 billion, with just over half managed by the authority and maintained schools.The second Principal Accountant role within Children’s Services focuses on financial oversight of the Children Looked After (CLA) budgets, which have a net budget exceeding £200 million. You will lead a team of three Senior Accountants who provide financial support across key service areas including Independent Placements, Safeguarding, Fostering and Adoption, and 0–25 Disability services.The third role is within the Business Partner Finance team supporting Adult Care Services, (ACS), which has a net budget of over £520m. You will lead on the support for our Care Purchasing and Staffing Budgets, as well as providing specialist financial business partner support for key transformational projects. You will lead a team with two Senior Accountants reporting to you.As a senior member of the Finance team (reporting to the Finance Manager), the responsibilities in all three roles will include leading on budget setting, monitoring, modelling of key data sets to inform stakeholders in decision making and monitoring of key transformational savings programmes.<h4>About the role</h4><ul><li>You will lead on the budget setting process for the service and have responsibility for the modelling and monitoring of key transformational savings programmes and service strategies.</li><li>You will support, develop, train and motivate the team reporting to you.</li><li>Provide business focussed financial advice to budget managers and key stakeholders on financial matters, providing constructive challenge.</li><li>To identify opportunities for service improvement and increased efficiency and to actively promote and champion such change</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential &nbsp;<ul><li>Be a fully qualified accountant (CIPFA or equivalent), or be qualified by experience</li><li>Have the ability to build relationships up to Chief Officer level both within HCC and partner organisations, creating trust and confidence and fostering a partnership approach.</li><li>Have the ability to problem solve. Determine solutions that reflect wider implications, (eg political, managerial etc), and stakeholder needs. Ensure identification and delivery of improvements and negotiating the delivery of actions where these are outside of your direct control, (and even outside of your organisation).</li><li>Have the ability to explain complex financial information and risks associated with the information to senior leaders within both HCC and partner organisations.</li><li>Have extensive experience of managing key financial processes, and be able to interpret and apply financial policies, procedures, guidance and legislation.</li><li>Be able to challenge effectively and influence others where those people may not be within HCC</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to make effective use of multiple data sources (including ensuring that you have complete and accurate information) to carry out detailed financial analysis and present the results in a clear concise way.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Previous exposure to Education, Social Care or similar demand led budgets would be beneficial, although not essential.</li><li>Experience in working for local government would be beneficial&nbsp;</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Corporate Services, level 13 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Corporate servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Saira.Muschamp@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Saira.Muschamp@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> (CS) or <a href="mailto:James.Woodward@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">James.Woodward@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> (ACS) for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: week commencing 3rd NovemberBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Principal Accountant

<h4>Field1</h4>Job Title: Senior Finance Officer Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum Hours: 37 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>There is a current drive within the department to focus on recovery of debt for Care services received and we are looking for a Senior Finance Office to join our team to facilitate this.We are undergoing a considerable transformation in debt recovery, focusing on generating revenue for HCC and prevention of debt. We are looking for a motivated individual who is able to adapt to change and pivot quickly in response to new guidelines and agreements. The West debt team comprises of 2 x Senior Finance Officers and 9 x Service Link Officers. As Senior Finance Officer you will be responsible for supervising a subgroup of SLOs within the West team. Geographically, we handle the accounts of clients within the West Hertfordshire catchment area which includes Dacorum, St Albans, Hertsmere, Three Rivers and Watford.Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork are essential to the development of our team and our overall success. In order to carry out recovery activity with a clear direction, the SLOs and SFOs will have frequent interactions with key internal and external stakeholders- such as the Central debt, Income and finance and Legal teams. As Senior Finance Officer, you will support the team by identifying possible solutions and supporting your supervisees with handling particularly challenging accounts.<h4>About the role</h4>You will be at the forefront of debt recovery activity, working alongside a team of experienced individuals, leading on resolving complex debt recovery issues with Service Users and families, as well as investigating related financial queries and identifying and reporting potential safeguarding concerns.The role involves communicating internally and externally with stakeholders, so the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate that they can articulate confidently as well as listen and respond effectively. This will include using various communication methods to ensure that charges are raised, payments are made according to deadlines and queries are resolved to ensure a satisfactory outcome is always achieved, considering client confidentiality.An organised approach is needed to ensure that deadlines are adhered to. Good time management skills are required, the ability to prioritise workloads and the ability to deal with queries and requests promptly is essential.The role will involve line managing Service Link Officers, this will include holding regular supervisions and discussions surrounding objectives and performance and fully supporting staff, experience in HR matter is desirable.You will also be required to provide support to projects and managing pieces of work alongside our key stakeholders such as Care Payments, Client Finance and Income teams. It is essential that the successful candidate can work individually and as part of a team.You may also be asked to carry out more senior tasks in the absence of the Debt Team Lead including the delivery of training to supervisees and representation at local level/board meetings across ACS and with external organisations.You will be motivated, confident in making decisions and have the ability to assert yourselves in challenging situations.If you have a desire to supervise people, have great influential skills, an ability to communicate effectively with people and some experience in any type of debt recovery or credit control then this role is for you.We value the importance of personal development and career aspirations at HCC and through an organic method of training and learning, the individual will gain an array of core skills that they will be able to carry into other roles in the future.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Previous experience in a supervisory role is essential.</li><li>Experience in system and process development</li><li>Ability to produce reports and analyse figures, as well as dealing with complex queries when they arise.</li><li>You will need to have a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel/Word/Microsoft Office experience of SAP, ContrOOC/ACSIS would be advantageous.</li><li>Good communication and negotiation skills plus organisational skills are essential and customer service skills are crucial.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>A related Graduate level/NVQ level 3 qualification, or equivalent, is desirable</li><li>Knowledge of credit control, accounting and debt recovery</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Corporate Services, level CORP10 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Corporate servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:vithushaa.naguleswaran@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">vithushaa.naguleswaran@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: week commencing 3 November 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Senior Finance Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Are you a detail-driven payroll professional ready to take the next step in your career? Join our collaborative Finance team at Hertsmere Borough Council, where your skills will make a real impact across the organisation.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your payroll expertise while gaining exposure to wider accounting practices. You’ll work closely with colleagues across departments and support both payroll and financial transactions.
Key responsibilities include
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<li>Administering payroll payments, deductions, and sickness absence functions.</li>
<li>Assisting the Payroll Manager with payroll and pension services.</li>
<li>Supporting the Transactions team with debtors, creditors, and bank records.</li>
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What we’re looking for
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<li>GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English.</li>
<li>CIPP Payroll Technician Certificate (or equivalent).</li>
<li>Experience in payroll services (local government experience is a plus).</li>
<li>Strong IT skills (payroll systems + Microsoft Office).</li>
<li>Knowledge of payroll legislation and a customer-focused approach.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and organisational skills.</li>
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The post is offered on a permanent, full time basis (36 hours per week).&nbsp;
Benefits include:
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<li>27 – 32 days annual leave (depending on length of Local Gvt Service) - plus all bank holidays</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Flexi-Leave (opportunity to accrue extra work time that can be taken off later as extra leave - up to 2 days per month)</li>
<li>Free gym membership</li>
<li>Cycle schemes (Cycle to Work Scheme and free Beryl Bike rides for staff)</li>
<li>Free wellbeing benefits (such as lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, health MOT)</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
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We operate a hybrid working system where employees may work up to three days per week from home.
Closing date:&nbsp; Monday 20th October, 10am
Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of suitable applications, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity.

Hertsmere Borough Council

Payroll & Accounts Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed online application form.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Financial Accountant to support the Chief Accountant on a wide range of technical financial matters. This is a senior role with responsibility for delivering the Council’s Statement of Accounts, managing the Treasury Management function, overseeing capital accounting and returns, and leading on bank reconciliations and financial controls.
You will take ownership of the asset register and the Council’s Capital Programme, from budget setting and monitoring to year-end accounting, ensuring full compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements. Day to day, you will also manage treasury activity and cash flows, address emerging financial risks, maintain up-to-date procedures, and provide effective leadership to two direct reports.
We’re seeking a qualified accountant (CCAB) with strong technical expertise in financial accounting, in depth knowledge of Local Authority Finance and a solid understanding of IFRS and the Code of Practice on Local Authority Accounting in the UK. You’ll have proven expertise in financial systems, legislation, and organisational financial management, along with an appreciation of the information and resource needs of senior managers and elected Members.&nbsp;
This is an excellent opportunity to take on a high-profile role with significant responsibility and the chance to make a real impact on the Council’s financial operations. You will be part of a supportive and professional team committed to delivering high standards of financial management.
The post is offered on a full time, permanent basis (36 hours per week).&nbsp; The Council operates a hybrid working system where employees may work three days per week from home (depending on department requirements).
Closing date:&nbsp; Monday 13th October, 10am 
Please note: We are only accepting direct applications.&nbsp; We kindly ask recruitment agencies not to contact us regarding this vacancy.

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