Principal Technical Accountant (Deputy Chief Finance Officer) - Teignbridge District Council
- Multiple Locations
- Full Time
- £55,816 - £61,783 per annum, pro-rata for part-time staff (FY 25/26 pay award pending)
Wanted:
- Expert in Local Government technical accounting
- Who wants to have a positive impact upon people and communities
Lives or wants to live:
- Devon/Cornwall
- Near to the sea
- Near to the moors
We do things well and keep developing.
We are looking for a new Principal Technical Accountant to manage, supervise and coordinate our small and friendly Finance team. You will ensure services are delivered in accordance with the relevant statutory requirements.
You will be a professionally qualified Accountant with management and leadership experience.
We’re better together.
You will enjoy working together as part of a team.
Teignbridge is a beautiful area of South Devon which stretches from the west side of Exeter, with Dartmoor to the north and the coastline to the south. Serving a growing community of c.134,800 residents, and a thriving tourist population, Teignbridge District Council is a forward-thinking authority with a firm focus on what’s truly needed in the long term. We have both a clear corporate strategy, and people and culture strategy.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender/sex, gender reassignment/trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation and socio-economic status. We also welcome applications from military veterans and their families.
We can offer:
- Generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Hybrid and flexible working.
- Free car parking (we also have close access to a mainline train station).
- A refurbished modern zero carbon emissions office space.
- Generous annual leave.
- Heavily discounted membership at Teignbridge District Council Leisure Centres.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Opportunities for career and self-development.
- 24/7 employee discount access and employee assistance support.
We would encourage you to consider applying if you have:
- Extensive experience in accounting and are professionally qualified.
- Significant experience of managing a team.
- Knowledge of local authority finance and VAT legislation.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to explain complex data to a range of stakeholders in a simple way.
- Previous experience of report writing and delivering presentations.
- Knowledge and experience in using Microsoft 365/Office.
It is vital to read the job description and person specification for this role - it will help you understand whether your knowledge, skills and experience match the job requirements. In your supporting statement please tell us how you meet each of the essential criteria we ask for in the person specification.
To arrange an informal chat with our senior Finance staff please contact recruitment@teignbridge.gov.uk.
For further information and to apply, please click here: https://jobs.teignbridge.gov.uk/itlivetdc_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=3455862gMN&LANG=USA&VACANCY_ID=3058614xBb
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we obtain sufficient interest.
No agencies please.
Closing Date: Sunday 27th July 2025 at midnight.
Interview Date: w/c 4th August 2025.
Job Details
- OrganisationTeignbridge District Council
- Work LocationTeignbridgeDevon
- Work Postcode
- Reference
REQ000445
- Occupational GroupManagement & Senior ManagementFinance & Accounting
- Salary Details
£55,816 - £61,783 per annum, pro-rata for part-time staff (FY 25/26 pay award pending)
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
34 - 37 hours per week
- Closing Date
26/07/2025
- DBS Check Required
No