Job Description

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Applications for part time will also be considered

Dover District Council has an exciting agenda to deliver first class public services, putting our residents at the heart of everything we do. From building new, affordable homes to exciting regeneration schemes. A career with Dover District Council offers you the opportunity to excel.

As an employer, Dover District Council is proud to provide a supportive, friendly, diverse and flexible working environment in which our employees can thrive. We have a team of enthusiastic employees, delivering services they are passionate about.

The Role & Responsibilities:

This is an exciting time to be joining the finance team and we're looking for someone who can help us improve the way we deliver our service to our customers and service users across the authority.

Responsible for the supervision and management of the Financial Services Section (Accounts Payable & Receivable) and for leading the delivery of effective financial procedures, processes and systems within the team and the wider Council (complying with any legislative/statutory requirements as applicable).

Lead the accounts payable process, including liaising with third-party providers, producing the monthly returns to HMRC for the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) and ensuring key controls (e.g. bank reconciliation) are undertaken to maintain integrity of the data.

Responsible for ensuring that all income received by the Council reaches its target system and the General Ledger through the reconciliation of income receipts in a timely and accurate manner.

Work with other services to review the financial elements of systems and processes to identify opportunities to develop efficient working practices and improve value for money on service delivery.

Who We Are Looking For?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to lead our Financial Services team. This role provides an ideal opportunity for the right person to join us to lead, develop and adapt our services to ensure they are efficient, effective and align with best practice and any industry/legislative requirements.

You will have demonstrable experience of working in an accounts payable and/or accounts receivable function, with strong financial knowledge and understanding of fundamental accounting processes.

You will also be confident with ICT, including Microsoft applications, with an ability to learn new systems and develop them to fit the departmental needs.

You will be an innovative manager and be continually seeking opportunities to improve and deliver an efficient service.

What Can We Offer?

We can provide a friendly and supportive environment for you to excel in. We also offer several employee benefits, subject to eligibility criteria, such as:

Benenden Healthcare Membership and Employee Assistance Program) Opt-in Local government pension scheme with the opportunity for staff to make advanced, voluntary contributions (AVCs) to top up their pension Generous annual leave provision Discount scheme including reduced membership rates at the local leisure centre On-site parking Cycle2Work scheme Generous Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Due to the nature of this role, the successful applicant will be required to undertake a Basic DBS check as part of their pre-employment clearances.

The quality of your application will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

For an alternative format, or to apply using a different method, please contact us.

What Next?

If you would like a discussion about the post then please contact Matthew Robinson, Strategic Accountant at matthew.robinson@dover.gov.uk

Interviews date to be confirmed.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 33,466.00 per year

Expected hours: No more than 37 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Flexitime Free parking Private medical insurance Sick pay Store discount Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

Dover CT16: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/08/2025
Reference ID: DDC0752