Accounting Technician

Accounting Technician

Castle Point Borough Council
Location: Council Offices, Benfleet
Job Title: Accounting Technician
Full Time – 37 hours per week
Grade 3 – SCP Range 9- 12 - £27,254- £28,598

We are looking for 2 x full-time Accounting Technician to work within the Finance & Procurement Service who can:

Key Skills and Abilities

• Provide accurate financial advice and analysis to budget holders.
• Support financial forecasting, budget setting, and monitoring.
• Use financial systems and advanced Excel confidently.
• Interpret financial data and develop models for decision-making.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and work independently.

Experience

Previous practical experience in financial reporting, budget preparation, and supporting year-end accounts is essential. Experience in business case development and capital programme support is desirable.

Qualifications

Applicants must be AAT Level 4 qualified or working towards.

Not only is this a great role for the right candidate, but you also get some great benefits including:

• 27 days annual leave
• FREE gym membership
• Competitive pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing professional development

For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact
Rebecca Summers - RSummers@castlepoint.gov.uk.

The successful applicant will be subject to a Basic Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.

Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus
Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Related Documents

• PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf (238kb)
• Accounting Technician.pdf (167kb)