Accounting Technician

Nottinghamshire County Council; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming workplace

Ongoing training and professional dev

Flexible working arrangements

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking an Accounting Technician to support the Adult Social Care finance team. You will help manage financial records, assist with budgeting and reporting, and ensure adherence to financial regulations, contributing to reliable service for residents.

Applicants may be starting their studies or already pursuing an AAT qualification, with a willingness to learn local government finance in a hybrid working setup at County Hall, West Bridgford.

Qualifications

• AAT qualification or equivalent, or a relevant degree.
• Experience in a financial environment, preferably in the public sector.
• Familiarity with financial systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing financial records and transactions.
• Support the team in budgeting and financial reporting.
• Help ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide excellent service to our community.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Teamwork

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Description / Person Specification

Accounting Technician JDPS.pdf – 394KB Opens in a new window

Salary
£27,709 - £30,515 per annum

Type of vacancy
Permanent

Work pattern
Full Time

Hours per week
37

Work Base
County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP

Working Arrangements
Hybrid

Job Description / Person Specification
Accounting Technician JDPS.pdf – 394KB Opens in a new window

Competency Framework
Tier 7b

Number of posts
1

Interview date
9 November 2026

Closing Date
01 November 2026 23:55

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we are dedicated to serving our community with care and commitment. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve!

Are you ready to kick-start your career in local government finance? As an Accounting Technician, you will play a vital role in managing the finances of our Adult Social Care department. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals eager to learn about local government finance. Whether you are starting your studies or have begun your accounting qualification with AAT or a suitable degree, we want to hear from you!

In This Dynamic Role, You Will

• Assist in managing financial records and transactions.


• Support the team in budgeting and financial reporting.


• Help ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies.


• Collaborate with colleagues to provide excellent service to our community.


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes.

To Succeed In This Role, You Should Have

• AAT qualification or equivalent, or a relevant degree.


• Experience in a financial environment, preferably in the public sector.


• Familiarity with financial systems and processes.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Demonstrate

• Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy in all financial records.


• Communication Skills: Effectively share information with team members and stakeholders.


• Problem-Solving Abilities: Tackle challenges with a positive attitude.


• Teamwork: Collaborate with colleagues to achieve shared goals.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, We Offer

• A welcoming workplace where everyone is valued.


• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.


• Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance.


• Generous annual leave and a comprehensive pension scheme.


• A culture of support, supervision, and coaching to help you grow.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.