Accountancy Technician

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Aberystwyth is seeking an Accountancy Technician to provide support in financial services, focusing on bank reconciliations and VAT processes. The ideal candidate will have fluency in Welsh and a commitment to professional development. The role includes flexible working hours and various employee benefits, fostering a supportive environment for career progression.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Qualifications

• Support Finance Manager and Assistant Finance Manager.
• Complete daily bank reconciliations for accounts.
• Provide advice on coding verification and VAT liability.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile VAT each month.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial services.
• Assist in processing income.

Skills

Fluency in Welsh

Financial analysis

Bank reconciliation

Knowledge of VAT procedures

Job description

We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

We are looking to recruit an Accountancy Technician to join our Core Finance Team.

You will support the Finance Manager and Assistant Finance Manager in carrying out their responsibilities to provide accurate and timely financial services. On a day-to‑day basis you will complete the daily bank reconciliations for both the Expenditure and Income Bank Accounts. Providing advice and guidance on coding verification, VAT liability and procedures for income processing. Reconciling VAT each month and providing the information which feeds into the VAT return.

In addition to the above, we require an individual with a degree of fluency in the Welsh language.

We are committed to developing our people and will not only provide support to enable you to quickly and confidently take ownership of this role’s key areas of responsibility, in addition, we are committed to supporting your development in order that you can progress your career with us. Furthermore, in exchange for your skills and commitment we will offer you a range of employee benefits including flexible working hours, competitive annual leave allowance, lifestyle savings and employee wellbeing packages.

Interviews will be held: Week Commencing 15/12/2025

Should you require any further information about this role please contact: Liz Jones, Assistant Finance Manager (Capital & Income Management) on [e-mail] or 01970 633122.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

What we offer

• Work‑life balance
• Lifestyle savings scheme
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and development

Where you'll work

• Finance and Procurement
• We ensure the Council remains financially resilient through careful and responsible monitoring of funds, effective corporate procurement, prompt and accurate payments of financial assessments/creditors and timely collection of local taxation/debts.
• Canolfan Rheidol – Our Aberystwyth office, Canolfan Rheidol is an award‑winning building. The office, with its open‑plan design, provides an excellent space for collaborative working.
• Aberystwyth is a lively university town, seaside resort complete with promenade and pier, and the setting of atmospheric TV drama Hinterland.