Senior Management Accountant - Remote

Overview

The Senior Management Accountant will provide corporate leadership for management accounting, financial planning, and financial performance within the Finance team at Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils.

In Short

• Position available for full time, part time, and job share applications.
• Reports to the Head of Finance.
• Leads the Business Partnering Team and manages five Business Partners.
• Responsible for month-end processes and balanced budget delivery.
• Focus on process transformation and strong internal control environment.
• Seeks a strong leader with a positive mindset.
• Requires CCAB qualification (CIPFA, ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience in senior-level public sector finance is preferred.
• Offers comprehensive benefits including flexible working arrangements.
• Closing date for applications is 5.00 pm, 3 June 2026.

Requirements

• CCAB Qualified – CIPFA, ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA or equivalent.
• Experienced at a senior level in public sector or similar environment.
• Proven leadership skills with team development experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and influence at a senior level.
• Comfortable working to tight deadlines.
• Career-minded and motivated to make a positive impact.

Benefits

• Generous leave entitlement (26 days a year, rising to 31 days after 5 years).
• Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Wellbeing Support and Employee Assistance Programs.
• Private Health Care Options.
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Great learning and development opportunities.