Trainee Accountant (Hybrid) with Study Support

Local Government South East; Bexhill-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Career development

Job summary

Rother District Council is seeking a motivated finance professional to join the accountancy team in Bexhill-on-Sea. The role offers a career graded path with potential for formal qualifications (AAT, CiPFA or ACCA) and a strong emphasis on Excel proficiency and accuracy.

The role involves treasury management, budgeting support, and producing financial statements, with hybrid working arrangements and a clear development pathway within the Local Government Pension Scheme framework.

Qualifications

• Proactive and enthusiastic with excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to develop accountancy skills and study for professional qualifications.
• Proficiency in Excel is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily Treasury Management functions and maintain cashflow spreadsheets.
• Assist with production of the council’s Financial Statements.
• Support Senior Accountants with revenue/capital budgets and final accounts.
• Carry out reconciliations and assist with accounts payable/receivable and systems administration.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Financial accounting

Education

AAT / CiPFA / ACCA

Job description

Rother District Council is seeking a motivated finance professional to join the accountancy team in Bexhill-on-Sea. The role offers a career graded path with potential for formal qualifications (AAT, CiPFA or ACCA) and a strong emphasis on Excel proficiency and accuracy.

The role involves treasury management, budgeting support, and producing financial statements, with hybrid working arrangements and a clear development pathway within the Local Government Pension Scheme framework.