Location: CV43 4UL Start date: ASAP Contract duration: 12+ months Working hours: Mon Fri, 08 15, 37 hours per week Pay rate: £28.43 per hour

As Principal Accountant, you will:

• Lead the preparation and monitoring of Council budgets.
• Ensure timely and accurate production of statutory Final Accounts.
• Advise senior officers and Members on key financial decisions.
• Manage and mentor a small finance team.
• Act as the lead on a specialist portfolio (e.g. Treasury, HRA, Systems or Projects).

What we're looking for:

• CCAB qualification (or significant relevant experience with part-qualification).
• A deep understanding of public sector finance and legislative codes.
• Strong analytical, IT, and spreadsheet skills.
• Excellent communication able to translate complex financial data into clear advice.
• Experience managing people and projects.