Senior Accountant (Strategic Projects)

Dover District Council; Dover; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Dover is seeking an experienced accountant to play a key role in financial development and transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will provide advice to senior leaders and contribute to the delivery of impactful changes that benefit the community. This position offers a supportive work environment with various employee benefits, including healthcare and pension options. Interested candidates should reach out for an informal discussion or apply before the 11th January 2026 closing date.

Benefits

Benenden Healthcare Membership

Local government pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Discount scheme

On-site parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in improvement and transformation programmes.
• Ability to advise on project options and support implementation.
• Experience in finance and development.

Responsibilities

• Support improvement and transformation programmes.
• Advise senior leaders on project options.
• Facilitate delivery of council changes.

Skills

Relevant experience in accounting

Advising senior leaders

Supporting delivery of change

Job description

Support Change. Shape the Future. Thrive in Dover.

Dover District Council is on a bold journey, from building affordable homes to driving regeneration that transforms lives. We're proud of our people-first culture, where collaboration, flexibility and purpose come together to make a real difference.

We're looking for an experienced accountant with relevant experience to support improvement and transformation programmes and other ad-hoc projects.

You’ll be at the heart of our financial development, advising senior leaders of project options and supporting delivery of change to develop the council and deliver for our communities.

This is more than just numbers, it’s about challenge, review, and impact.

What Can We Offer?

We can provide a friendly and supportive environment for you to excel in. We also offer several employee benefits, subject to eligibility criteria, such as:

• Benenden Healthcare Membership and Employee Assistance Program
• Opt-in Local government pension scheme with the opportunity for staff to make advanced, voluntary contributions (AVCs) to top up their pension
• Generous annual leave provision
• Discount scheme including reduced membership rates at the local leisure centre
• On-site parking
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Generous Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

The quality of your application will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

For an alternative format, or to apply using a different method, please contact us.

What next?

For an informal discussion about the role, contact Helen Lamb, Head of Finance & Investment: [e-mail]

Closing date: 11th January 2026