Principal Accountant

Job Title: Principal Accountant Location: Winsford, Cheshire (site based 5 days a week) Contract Type: 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover) Hours: Full-time, 37 hours, Mon Thur 9am-5pm and Friday 9am-4.30pm Starting Salary: £50,788 per annumAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and strategically minded Principal Accountant to join my client based in Winsford, on a 12 to 15-month fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave.This role plays a vital part in supporting the Head of Finance and Treasurer in delivering expert financial guidance to senior leadership and managing a high-performing finance team.As a senior member of the organisation, you will also be expected to deputise for the Head of Finance and Treasurer when required and act as a key corporate leader in cross-functional discussions and initiatives.Key Responsibilities of the Principal Accountant: Lead and manage a team of 2 finance professionals delivering a range of services including budget setting, management accounts, statutory reporting, and treasury managementProvide high-level financial advice to the Authority, Principal Officers, and Senior Officers in line with corporate strategy and performance goalsOversee and maintain strong financial controls and reliable management reporting systemsSupport strategic initiatives by evaluating financial implications, identifying inefficiencies, and proposing solutionsWork collaboratively on cross-departmental projects, ensuring that financial perspectives ..... full job details .....