Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Principal Accountant to join Bradford Council on an initial 3-6 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

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Provide high-level, strategic financial advice to Directors and senior managers

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Prepare and present detailed revenue and capital reports for the Executive Leadership Team and the Board

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Lead the development of service budgets, forecasts, and financial planning processes

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Oversee compliance with financial regulations, policies, and procedures

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Represent the finance function on internal working groups and external forums

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Coordinate and deliver training for non-finance managers to improve financial literacy

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Line-manage and develop a team of finance professionals, promoting continuous improvement

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Support transformation initiatives by identifying innovative, value-for-money financial solutions

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Develop financial models and business cases to support service improvement and investment decisions

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Maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, auditors, government bodies, and external partners

About You:

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CCAB qualified or part-qualified accountant

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Minimum 3 years' experience in financial services, preferably in the public sector

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In-depth understanding of local government finance and accounting systems

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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

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Confident communicator, able to work effectively with senior stakeholders

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Proven experience in team leadership and performance management

Location - Bradford (3 days on site, 2 days working from home).

If this role would be of interest, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible