Accounting Technician x2

Teignbridge District Council; Newton Abbot; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Teignbridge District Council seeks two proactive Accounting Technicians for a permanent full-time position. The role involves working closely with Accountants to deliver financial services and support in a team-oriented environment. Successful candidates should be AAT qualified or part-qualified and possess strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Generous Local Government Pension Scheme

Hybrid and flexible working

Free car parking

Generous annual leave

Employee assistance support

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy finance office.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Proactive and confident communicator.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial services to internal clients.
• Support the team with financial processes.
• Ensure accurate completion of accounting activities.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical Skills

Adaptability

Education

AAT qualification

Part-qualified Chartered Accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

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Accounting Technician x2

Permanent Position

Career Grade 10-20. Looking to appoint from Grade 11 up to Grade 20

• £24,404 - £31,586 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)
  
  

37 hours per week

• FY 25/26 pay award pending
  
  

The Council is currently on an exciting journey with our Modern 25 programme which is now implementing a revised operating model, digital and people strategies alongside transforming other areas of the Council and its operations. A key part of the digital agenda is the upgrade of the finance system and Microsoft 365 technologies which provides an opportunity to explore how wider digital integration could be improved.

We are also looking to implement Finance Business Partnering whilst improving technical finance knowledge. These changes are designed to give you the tools to add real value.

We do things well and keep developing.

We are seeking two proactive and confident Accounting Technicians for our career graded roles, which means you will have suitable experience alongside one of the following:

• nearing completion of you AAT qualification and obtaining MAAT status (from Grade 11)
• already AAT qualified and preferably a member of the AAT (from Grade 14)
• a part-qualified Chartered Accountant - CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA. ICAEW etc. (from Grade 16A)
  
  

Due to the nature of the work and the requirement to work with minimal supervision we are looking to appoint in the upper end of the career grade range Grade 11-20.

You will work closely with our Accountants, providing financial services to the internal clients drawing on experience of opex/revenue or capex/capital. There is also a requirement to support the wider team with core financial processes and the key technical work.

This is a great opportunity to continue a career in finance and accountancy whilst developing more experience and increasing your skills and knowledge.

Therefore, you will be confident communicator, inquisitive, analytical and quick to pick up financial processes, accounting activities and new technologies. You will have experience of working in a busy office along with good IT skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications.

We’re better together.

You will enjoy working together as part of a team to deliver on our vision of making Teignbridge a healthy and desirable place where people want to live, work and visit.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender/sex, gender reassignment/trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation and socio-economic status. We also welcome applications from military veterans and their families.

We can offer:

• An excellent onboarding and induction process for anyone who has not previously worked in Local Government.
• Coaching and mentoring from experienced finance professionals.
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Hybrid and flexible working – Part office based, and part home based.
• Free car parking (we also have close access to a mainline train station).
• A recently refurbished modern low carbon office space.
• Generous annual leave and wellbeing package.
• Heavily discounted membership at Teignbridge District Council Leisure Centres.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Opportunities for career and self-development.
• 24/7 employee discount access and employee assistance support.
  
  

You are a good Teignbridge District Council fit if you:

• Have experience and a proven track record of working in a busy office in a Finance team.
• Are a team player but able to work independently when required.
• Are adaptable in picking up different finance duties and learning new accounting activities.
• Are confident in following processes and achieving task outcomes accurately and on time, in order to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Are self-motivated and a confident communicator.
• Are experienced at analysing financial data and are curious about what numbers are conveying.
• Are keen to further your career.
  
  

It is vital to read the job description and person specification for this role - it will help you understand whether your knowledge, skills and experience match the job requirements. In your supporting statement please tell us how you meet each of the essential criteria we ask for in the person specification.

We welcome applications from all sectors, and have an induction programme for finance staff looking to make a step into or back into the local government sector. If you are new to applying for roles in the public sector and would like some guidance please do not hesitate to contact us for further advice.

Closing Date: Sunday 22nd June 2025 @ midnight

Interview Date: W/C 30th June 2025

For an informal discussion please contact Simon Arthurs or Gordon Bryant via email on [e-mail] or [e-mail]

No agencies please.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Information Services

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