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<h4>Senior Accountant </h4><h4>Post No. 2094</h4><h4>Salary: Starting from £42,839 to £46,142 per annum</h4><h4>Grade: Grade 7 </h4>Hours 37 per weekPlace of Work: Worthing Town HallFlexible hybrid working – office-based with some home workingClosing date: 12th November 2025 at 23:55pmInterview date: TBCWe have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Senior Accountant, to join us as a key member of the Council’s Finance team.As a Senior Accountant, reporting to the Principal Accountant you will be responsible for producing, maintaining, updating, monitoring and closure of all records relating to assigned areas.This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial management of a diverse range of services and work alongside dedicated professionals in a council that is committed to making a positive impact for the local community.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Preparation of budgets, monitoring, and reporting for specified areas.</li><li>Provide advice to Heads of Service and Service Managers to assist in managing their financial affairs.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Assist in providing financial aspects of audits, risk assessments, and long-term asset planning. </li><li>To complete all relevant statutory returns, grant claims and other relevant returns relevant to the role.</li><li>Reconciliation of assigned areas.</li></ul>We are looking for an accountant with proven experience of finance in a complex organisation and shares a commitment to continuous improvement, as well as:<ul><li>Excellent technical skills with a strategic mindset.</li><li>Experience of working across teams, especially within multi-disciplinary and project-based settings.</li><li>Some knowledge of local government finance or similar complex environments. </li></ul>This is an exciting time to be part of a modern, ambitious council driving innovation and transformation. You’ll be empowered to make a difference and shape how we manage and invest in our assets to deliver real value to our communities.If this sounds like the role for you, we look forward to receiving your application form!At Adur &amp; Worthing, we are committed to supporting care leavers, in accordance with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and the Children and Social Work Act 2017. To that end, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone meeting the essential criteria of the role they are applying for. In order to be considered for this, you will need to be a care leaver under the age of 25 at the time of application. Please confirm that you are a care leaver in the "Showing how you meet the person specification and job description" section of the application form. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of applicants declaring a disability, that meet the essential criteria for this position, will be offered an interview. Staff are our most important asset and we therefore have a benefit package which reflects our continuing commitment to our employees. This includes:<ul><li>Generous leave entitlement; a minimum of 26 days + Bank Holiday entitlement</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Training &amp; development</li><li>Occupational Health</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li><li>Employee resource groups/networks </li><li>Buddy Support Programme </li><li>Flexible working options</li></ul>We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Staff work in a supportive and safe environment, recognising their responsibility to value and respect each other’s contributions. Standards of conduct must be of the highest level to ensure that no-one is harassed, bullied or victimised. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, staff engagement forums and are keen to hear from applicants from a variety of different backgrounds.





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Adur & Worthing Councils

Senior Accountant 

<ul><li>Reference: RC179 </li><li>Division: Corporate Finance </li><li>Salary: £32,287.00 - £38,133.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Permanent </li><li>Posted on: 24 October 2025 </li><li>Interview date:26 November 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Finance </li><li>Grade: F - G </li><li>Working hours: 37 per week </li><li>Closing date: 16 November 2025 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul><a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> About the role </h4>As Deputy Business Rates Officer, you’ll help deliver a responsive and accurate Business Rates service within Corporate Finance. You’ll support the day-to-day management of NNDR accounts, checking liabilities, processing rateable value changes (including splits/mergers), maintaining the property database, and monitoring payments and arrears so collection targets are met. &nbsp; You’ll work closely with the Business Rates Officer, the Valuation Office Agency and other council teams to resolve complex cases, prepare accurate reports, and, when required, support court proceedings. The role suits someone with strong attention to detail, sound judgement, and a practical grasp of local taxation who enjoys balancing analysis with customer contact.Crawley is a great place to work, with a thriving business district and excellent transport connections including nearby Gatwick Airport. We are based in our modern Town Hall which opened in 2023 and is located a short walk from the town centre and railway station.We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received.<h4> Additional information </h4>This is a career-graded post at scale F/G, with progression based on competence, experience and service need. &nbsp; The role reports to the Business Rates Officer and sits within a supportive Revenues team.&nbsp; This role follows a hybrid working model, with the option to work from home and an expectation to attend the office at least two days per week in line with corporate guidelines. &nbsp;Occasional site visits and court attendance may also be required, depending on service needs.&nbsp; Training and ongoing development will be available to build expertise in NNDR legislation and systems.&nbsp;<h4> Employee benefits </h4>We offer a generous employee <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/employee-benefits">benefits package</a>, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.<h4> Our way of working </h4>Our shared <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/values-and-behaviours">values and behaviours</a> reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.<h4> Safer recruitment </h4>Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.<h4> How to apply </h4>Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email <a href="mailto:stuart.keast@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">stuart.keast@crawley.gov.uk</a>, Business Rates Officer, or call on 01293 438461.<a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> Related documents </h4><ul><li><a href="/sites/default/files/document_webform_uploads/deputy-business-rates-officer-job-description.pdf"> Deputy Business Rates Officer job description (PDF, 145.94 KB) </a></li></ul>





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Crawley Borough Council

Deputy Business Rates Officer

<h4>Senior Accountant (Collection Fund &amp; Tax)</h4><h4>Post No. 42127</h4><h4>Salary: Starting from £42,839 to £46,142 per annum</h4><h4>Grade: Grade 7 </h4>Hours 37 per weekPlace of Work: Worthing Town HallFlexible hybrid working – office-based with some home workingClosing date: 2nd November 2025Interview date: TBCWe are seeking a Senior Accountant (Collection Fund &amp; Tax) to support the Principal Accountant (Strategic) in producing, maintaining, updating, monitoring and closing of all records relating to Collection Fund, Vat and other assigned areas. In addition, this role will provide expert accountancy advice throughout the Council for taxation related enquiries.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Preparation of budgets, monitoring, and reporting for the collection fund and other specified areas</li><li>Provide Tax advice to Heads of Service and Service Managers to assist in managing their financial affairs and correct accounting of VAT.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting</li><li>Assist in providing financial aspects of audits, risk assessments, and long-term asset planning. </li><li>To complete all relevant statutory returns, grant claims and other relevant returns relevant to the role, including the reconciling, accounting &amp; submitting VAT returns.</li><li>Reconciliation of Collection Fund, VAT and other assigned areas </li></ul>We are looking for an accountant with some knowledge of local government finance or similar complex environments: <ul><li>Collection Fund Accounting</li><li>VAT</li><li>Excellent technical skills with a strategic mindset.</li><li>Experience working across teams, especially within multi-disciplinary and project-based settings.</li></ul>This is an exciting time to be part of a modern, ambitious council driving innovation and transformation. You’ll be empowered to make a difference and shape how we manage and invest in our assets to deliver real value to our communities.At Adur &amp; Worthing, we are committed to supporting care leavers, in accordance with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and the Children and Social Work Act 2017. To that end, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone meeting the essential criteria of the role they are applying for. In order to be considered for this, you will need to be a care leaver under the age of 25 at the time of application. Please confirm that you are a care leaver in the "Showing how you meet the person specification and job description" section of the application form. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of applicants declaring a disability, that meet the essential criteria for this position, will be offered an interview. Staff are our most important asset and we therefore have a benefit package which reflects our continuing commitment to our employees. This includes:<ul><li>Generous leave entitlement; a minimum of 26 days + Bank Holiday entitlement</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Training &amp; development</li><li>Occupational Health</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li><li>Employee resource groups/networks </li><li>Buddy Support Programme </li><li>Flexible working options</li></ul>We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Staff work in a supportive and safe environment, recognising their responsibility to value and respect each other’s contributions. Standards of conduct must be of the highest level to ensure that no-one is harassed, bullied or victimised. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, staff engagement forums and are keen to hear from applicants from a variety of different backgrounds.





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