Principal Accounting Technician

Bolton Council; Bolton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Bolton is seeking a Principal Accounting Technician to assist in financial management for schools. The role involves supporting financial operations, providing advice, and managing budgets. Ideal candidates will have a strong accountancy understanding and excellent communication skills. The position offers opportunities for further professional development and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Opportunity for CCAB qualification

Exclusive discounts and gym membership

Generous annual leave

Flexible work opportunities

Access to Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrable understanding of accountancy and financial management.
• Excellent all-round communication skills are necessary.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and management of the Dedicated Schools Grant.
• Provide finance support for Early Years projects.
• Work alongside budget holders to provide financial advice.

Skills

Accountancy understanding

Communication skills

Networking skills

Fluency in spoken English

Education

Pursuing CCAB accountant qualification

Job description

Overview

We embrace AI to enhance our operations and to innovate our services. However, we value human talent and are looking for passionate individuals to join our organisation. Please ensure you personally complete your application and read all the instructions carefully to maximise your chances of success.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Schools Finance Team in the role of Principal Accounting Technician.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation and management of the Dedicated Schools Grant, budget monitoring, final accounts, and related tasks in accordance with agreed timescales, standards, and code of practice.
• Provide finance support for Early Years and support the continuation of early years expansion and wraparound projects.
• Work alongside budget holders to provide financial advice and financial solutions.
• Develop, maintain, and provide a range of financial information for budget holders and both internal and external partners (Schools and Early Years Providers).
• Deliver efficient finance systems, respond to changes & new legislation.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable understanding of accountancy and financial management.
• Excellent all-round communication skills.
• Strong networking and influencing skills to build relationships with internal and external customers, including schools and private providers.
• Specified level of spoken English as per fluency duty and customer-facing role.

Benefits

• Opportunity to continue studies towards becoming a fully qualified CCAB accountant.
• Exclusive rewards and benefits, including discounts and exclusive gym membership prices, salary sacrifice schemes.
• Generous annual leave allowance, flexible work opportunities.
• Access to a Pension Scheme.
• Employee wellbeing and support services.

About the Employer

Bolton is a great place to work. We are a welcoming organisation that wants to contribute to a place where people feel active, connected and prosperous. We are passionate about improving the outcomes and experience of Bolton people. We want Bolton to be a vibrant place built on strong cohesive communities, successful businesses and healthy, engaged residents.