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Senior Capital Accountant & Financial Modelling Lead

Durham County Council

Job Description

The North East Combined Authority was formed on 7 May 2024. We are led by an Elected Mayor and Cabinet and cover the seven local authority areas of County Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside and Sunderland. Our purpose is to champion the full potential of our region. Collaborating with our partners and local authorities, we'll create a better way of life by connecting communities, giving people the skills to succeed, and improving wellbeing for all, so that the North East is recognised as an outstanding place to live, work, visit and invest. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Capital Accountant and Financial Modelling Lead to join the Bus Reform team in the Transport Directorate. The successful candidate will be a fully qualified member of a recognised professional accounting body and have significant experience in a senior finance role. You will also have experience in financial modelling for capital and revenue investments. In return for your valuable contribution, you will have access to an excellent benefits package:
  • Generous leave entitlement, starting at 26 days, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)
  • Flexible working practices including working from other locations and from home.
  • A generous employer contribution pension scheme.
  • A range of salary sacrifice schemes.
  • Commitment to staff development and continuous learning.
  • Progression and career enhancement opportunities.
If you have the skills and qualities to succeed in this role and are committed to delivering the combined authority's vision and values, we look forward to hearing from you. If you would like an informal discussion, or further information about this role please contact: Eleanor Goodman at [email protected]. Interviews will be held week commencing 7th October 2024. For further information about the North East Combined Authority please see the authority's website www.northeast-ca.gov.uk. This recruitment is being administered by Durham County Council on behalf of the North East Combined Authority. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION REGARDING YOUR APPLICATION FOR THIS POST WILL BE SENT TO THE EMAIL ADDRESS THAT YOU HAVE REGISTERED WITH NORTH EAST JOBS, INCLUDING YOUR INVITE TO INTERVIEW IF YOU ARE SHORTLISTED. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL AFTER THE CLOSING DATE FOR NOTIFICATION FROM [email protected] AS YOU WILL NOT BE NOTIFIED BY ANY OTHER MEANS. PLEASE ENSURE YOU CHECK YOUR JUNK MAIL.

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