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We are looking for an enthusiastic, self motivated Group Accountant to join our Finance Team, for a fixed one year contract to cover an internal secondment. Experienced in management accounting you will manage a small team supporting the Assistant Director for Finance to deliver deliver accurate reporting to management and the Director of Finance to ensure sound governance.

What will you be doing?

• leading a small team in producing high quality revenue and capital monitoring
• production of quarterly monitoring reports to be scrutinised by Strategic Leadership Team and Councillors
• handle enquiries from budget holders and directors, providing strategic advice on budgeting, forecasting, and year-end processes
• Promoting strong financial governance and sharing best practice & support on legislative and guidance changes.
• Identifying, developing and supporting opportunities and initiatives to transform the delivery of services across the Council, whilst promoting continuous improvement

About you

As an ideal candidate, you will have:

• CCAB qualification or relevant experience and an excellent working knowledge of the relevant legislation and regulations
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines, and a concern for order and accuracy.
• experience within a busy finance team, with a flexible approach to work, with a keenness to adapt and develop new ideas and initiatives to meet changing work requirements.
• excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
• enthusiastic and passionate about working in local government
• excellent communication skills, including the ability to accurately summarise and convey complex information

What can we offer you?

• Opportunities for growth and cross- department working, learning new skills and service areas
• 26-29 days annual leave rising to 34 days with 5 years' local government service
• Usage of our e-fleet during business hours for business-related visits
• Employee well-being programme
• Employee events group
• Regular opportunities to socialise with other teams within the council
• Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time
• Up to 50% working from home for eligible posts
• Free parking in our offices and select council owned car parks during business hours
• Access to wellbeing and occupational health schemes such as the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Local Government pension scheme
• Discounts at council-owned leisure centres
• Opportunity to network with colleagues across councils in Hertfordshire and the East Of England
• Professional environment where your career path really matters and your development is supported by the organisation

How to apply

For an informal discussion about the please contact Alison Street, Assistant director for Finance - 01279 502056

Closing date: 7th August at midnight

Interviews will be held on: week commencing 7th September 2026

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In accordance with council policy, new appointments will normally be made at the first SCP point of the relevant grade. If, at the offer stage, a candidate can provide clear evidence that their skills and/or experience align with a higher point within the grade, appointment at the next SCP point may be considered. Any such decision must be reviewed and approved by the Director

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