Job details

  • Salary:£62,232 – £65,474 (inclusive of allowances)
  • Status: Permanent full time (part time and job share will be considered)
  • Working Hours: 37 per week
  • Location: Civic Centre, Gravesend and Hybrid (minimum of 2 days per week from office)
  • Closing Date: 21 November 2026

About the role

Are you a qualified accountant looking for an opportunity to influence strategy, drive performance, and help shape the future of a growing organisation?

You will:

  • Lead the preparation of accurate and timely management and statutory financial reporting.
  • Produce consolidated financial information across the Group.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Drive continuous improvement in financial controls, reporting quality, and financial processes.
  • Provide insightful financial analysis that supports strategic decision-making.
  • Work closely with senior management and Board Members to help shape business performance and future growth.

About you

We’re looking for a proactive finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

You will have:

  • A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
  • Strong knowledge of company accounting practices, company law, and group consolidations.
  • Experience managing month-end and year-end reporting cycles.
  • Experience preparing and presenting financial information to senior leaders and Boards.
  • The ability to interpret complex financial and regulatory information and communicate it clearly to a variety of audiences.
  • A continuous improvement mindset and a passion for delivering high-quality financial reporting.

How to apply

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of financial reporting across the Rosherville Group and become a trusted advisor to senior leaders and Board Members. Your expertise can have a direct influence on the Group’s success.

Please see the Rosherville Group Accountant job description.

If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please email Jamie Izzard at jamie.izzard@gravesham.gov.uk who will contact you direct.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your CV and covering letter to HR@gravesham.gov.uk

Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.