Post: Senior Accountant 
Salary: £38,813 to £46,503 p.a. 
Contract: Full time 
Location: Northallerton 

The finance team provides financial advice and support across the council, as well as to other partner organisations including Selby District Council, Ryedale District Council, North York Moors National Parks Authority and the companies of which we are a shareholder. 

Compared to more traditional accountancy roles, these positions will give you the opportunity to be an enabler to managers, whilst influencing and challenging as appropriate. You will be an ambassador for customer self-help as you support budget managers to monitor and manage their own budgets through maximising technology and delivering efficient services that add value. You will support a wide variety of front-line services, including children, adults, business, social care, highways and IT. We also provide services to schools and early years providers, as well as external customers, including the North Yorkshire Pension Fund and an increasing number of commercial companies. 

About the role 

Due to the continued growth of the service, we have several Senior Accountant vacancies available to manage teams within the service. As Senior Accountant, you will undertake a lead role in the finances of the relevant area of the authority, as well as leading and managing the day to day operations of the team. The role will require you to work closely with other services across the council, including senior management and possibly members and also other teams within the finance service. In addition to specialist responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the operation and development of the wider finance team, as well as having staff management responsibilities. 

About you 

You are a proactive individual with strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to lead, enthuse, motivate, inform and develop a small team of finance professionals. You'll also be able to work effectively with senior managers across a broad range of service areas.  
You are proficient, professional and confident, together with an inclusive and helpful approach. You are able to take ownership of a number of key areas within the finance team, ensuring high levels of service is maintained.

Key dates 

Closing date: Midnight on 14 November 2019   

Contact us 

For more information about the role, team and department, please visit - https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/finance-opportunities

For an informal discussion about these opportunities, please contact Vicki Dixon, Head of Finance - Business Partner Services on 01609 532206 or email vicki.dixon@northyorks.gov.uk.

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