The Highland Council has an ambitious vision for the future, maximising social, economic and partnership opportunities and resources to improve the quality of life for people in the Highlands.  We are currently recruiting to a number of financial and accountancy roles and these will play a key part in supporting the Council in taking forward its vision and plans, through supporting change, transformation and innovation, and providing quality financial support to the Council and its services.

We offer a competitive salary, with a generous local authority pension, annual leave entitlement and excellent terms & conditions.  Our family friendly policies including flexible working to support an excellent work/life balance, allowing you time to relax and enjoy our beautiful landscape and friendly communities.  

Our organisational culture is based on inclusiveness, integrity and continuous improvement promoting personal and professional development.  There is a genuine commitment to providing career growth opportunities within the Team and Service.

We believe that our staff are our best asset and as an employer we constantly strive to improve employee experience and engagement, focusing on the wellbeing of our staff.  

These financial posts offer a hybrid working pattern between home and one of the Council offices across the Highlands. 

If you would like to find out more about these exciting opportunities please visit myjobscotland to view the available posts and find out in more detail what these involve.  Contact details are in each job listing and potential applicants are encouraged to call if you have any questions or wish to discuss a post further before formally applying.

List of Vacancies:

Trainee Accountant

Senior Accountant - Capital/LC

Process Development Officer

 Senior Accountant - Compliance

Senior Accountant - Projects

 Principal Accounting Tech (Capital)

 Accountant - Financial Planning

 Principal Accounting Technician

Senior Accountant (People/Place/Corporate)

Strategic Lead