Job Description

Senior Accountant

Part or Fully Qualified Accountant | Up to 34,434 per annum for Part Qualified or 39,152 per annum for qualified, dependant on qualifications and experience (Market Supplement payable dependant on qualifications and experience) | Permanent | Full Time although Part Time would be considered (Minimum of 22.2 hours per week)

Are you a full or part qualified accountant who has developed their knowledge through experience within a finance setting? We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic individual, with an interest in developing their career in accountancy to join our friendly Finance team, supporting teams across the organisation. The successful candidate will have a wealth of knowledge in finance and want a career within Local Government. We will support the successful candidate through studies to attain the relevant qualifications.

You will have experience of working in a finance environment and you will have good oral and written communication skills, the ability to analyse financial information and experience in the use of financial management systems.

We are looking for an individual who is organised and motivated to learn and progress within this role, whilst contributing to working within a team. They must have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

This is an excellent opportunity for the successful applicant to enhance their skills, knowledge and expertise whilst obtaining experience to help further develop their career.

We offer excellent working conditions including a generous holiday entitlement, plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure leave, a comprehensive pension scheme and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity, please contact Peter Hudson, Finance Manager and Section 151 Officer on 01237 428922 for an informal discussion.

For more information or to apply for this position please visit https://careers.torridge.gov.uk to complete an online application form.

Closing Date:

12 October 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed

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

Pay: 31,537.00-39,152.00 per year

Expected hours: No less than 22.2 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Flexitime Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Paid volunteer time Sick pay
Work Location: In person