Reigate and Banstead Borough Council is set in the leafy

county of Surrey. We are traversed by the North Downs

escarpment, a designated area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

We deliver services to one of the most attractive areas of

England – and we’re dedicated to enhancing everything that

we do.

The role of Principal Accountant (& Deputy Section 151 Offi cer)

represents an excellent opportunity for a capable and ambitious

finance professional looking to develop their career by taking

on a more senior position.

Responsible for leading the Technical & Reporting team, you’ll

oversee all aspects of financial performance reporting and play

a vital role in the continuous development of the Finance

function. As well as ensuring that key accounting processes

such as closing the accounts and budget preparation are

completed on time and to the required standard, you’ll also

supervise the production and development of financial

performance reports. And, when it comes to driving initiatives to

develop both the Finance function and financial processes

across the council, again we’ll look to you. Providing professional

and technical advice, helping others develop key technical

accounting processes and their own professional expertise,

deputising for the Finance Manager (Chief Financial Officer) –

all and more are aspects of this challenging role.

To rise to the challenge, you’ll need to be a CCAB qualified

accountant with good post qualification experience and a

thorough knowledge of legislative frameworks and professional

best practice.

Adept at budget setting and closing, as well as report

development, you have excellent communication and

supervisory skills. What’s more, you’re assertive yet tactful,

deadline driven and used to presenting complex financial

information at a senior level. Importantly, you also have a good

understanding of the role of a Chief Finance Officer.

In return for your dedication, you’ll benefi t from a competitive

salary, and a pension scheme. Please note, although you will

generally be required to work 36 hours a week, we’ll expect you

to work additional hours, including some evenings, and during

election periods.

If you would like an informal chat about this exciting opportunity,

please contact Bill Pallett, Finance Manager, on 01737 276560

or .

To apply, please complete an application pack from our website

(CV’s will not be accepted). Alternatively please e-mail

or telephone 01737 276089

supplying your e-mail or postal address. Please quote reference

PF711.

Closing date for applications will be mid-day on Monday

13 February 2012. Interviews and assessment will be held on

Friday 24 February 2012.