Job Description

Salary:

50,269 to 53,460

Hours:

37 hours per week

Location:

Eastbourne Borough and Lewes District Councils

Contract:

Permanent

Closing Date:

08/12/2025 at 12:00

Interviews:

TBC


Eastbourne Borough and Lewes District Councils maintain a well-established and forward-thinking partnership: two independent councils, each with its distinct identity, unified by shared values and a clear vision for the future.


The shared services collaboration between Eastbourne and Lewes stands as a cornerstone of organisational strength. This alliance not only drives efficiency and resource optimisation but actively encourages staff to build robust professional networks and collaborate across boundaries, enhancing their impact on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).


By fostering strong relationships between teams, both councils create dynamic opportunities for staff to lead innovation, share expertise, and shape future service delivery models that are responsive to community needs.


As part of this programme, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Principal Accountant to join our finance team. In this key role, you will provide expert financial advice, oversee financial planning and reporting, and support senior management in decision-making.


Working with Heads of Finance you will help to lead and develop a team, ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations, and drive continuous improvement in financial processes. The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership, analytical, and communication skills, and play a vital part in delivering high-quality financial services that support our organization's goals and values.


If you have any questions or would like to speak to someone about the role, please contact Ross Sutton, Head of Corporate Finance on 01323 415449 or Ross.Sutton@lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk

How to apply

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