Principal Accountant – HRA, Capital and Investments

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

Brentwood Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.

It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)

The OneTeam partnership

Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Corporate Finance Team provide support to both Councils.

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our recently formed Corporate Finance Team for a Housing Revenue Account (HRA), Capital and Treasury Principal Accountant. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively under pressure to deliver positive outcomes. The role covers strategic HRA and capital financing, investments and treasury.

Please view the Job Description and Person Specification below for more information.

About the candidate

This opportunity would suit an individual who has experience of HRA and capital accounting, who is looking to further enhance their career.

Benefits of working for us

In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.

For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Harris – Corporate Manager (Financial Management) on 01277 312500.

Please note – this is a hybrid role, which will require working at both Councils' sites. The successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.