Principal Accountant (Revenue)


Company:	Sunderland City Council
Salary:	£50,001 to £110,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Sunderland, SR1 3AA
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Oct 2026
Closing date:	14 Oct 2026

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Summary

u Help Shape Sunderlandand#39;s Future /u

Sunderland City Council is delivering an ambitious programme of regeneration, capital investment and service transformation. As we continue to support major projects, strengthen financial resilience and deliver value for our residents, we are investing in our Finance Service and are looking for a talented finance professional to join our team.

This role provides an exciting opportunity to make a real impact within a forward-thinking local authority, supporting key strategic priorities while developing your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

u What youand#39;ll do: /u

Lead and support the financial management of Sunderlandand#39;s revenue budget.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced finance professional to take on the role of Principal Accountant (Revenue) within our Financial Management Team.

Reporting to the Strategic Finance Manager for Corporate and City Services, you will provide operational leadership and coordination for the Counciland#39;s Revenue Budget.

u The role will involve: /u

Leading the day-to-day financial management of the Counciland#39;s Revenue Budget.

Supporting budget holders and senior officers with financial planning, monitoring and forecasting, through to revenue closedown and support with the preparation of the Statement of Accounts.

Ensuring robust governance arrangements for the Counciland#39;s revenue budgets.

Coordinating revenue budget monitoring, reporting and grant claims.

Providing professional financial advice on complex revenue finance matters.

Excellent communication skills are a must, as is the ability to foster productive and inclusive working relationships within the finance team, the wider Council and with partners.andnbsp;

This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to be a part of a high performing team.

u About You: /u

You will be:

A CCAB-qualified accountant.

Experienced in financial management, budgeting and forecasting.

Able to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Confident in analysing and presenting complex financial information.

Organised, proactive and committed to delivering high-quality financial support.

u Why Work for Sunderland City Council? /u

At Sunderland City Council, youand#39;ll join a finance team that plays a central role in supporting the Counciland#39;s vision for the city and its residents.

We offer:

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

Generous annual leave entitlement.

Local Government Pension Scheme.

Learning and development opportunities.

Professional support and career progression.

The opportunity to work on transformational projects that make a real difference to Sunderland.

Help us deliver excellent financial management and support Sunderlandand#39;s continued growth and success.

Applications should be made on-line at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil. For further assistance contact Customer Enabling Services by email: jobs@sunderland.gov.uk

Please note that CVs are not accepted.

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