Accounting Technician ( Finance ) – Castle Point Borough Council in South Benfleet

Accounting Technician (Finance) – Castle Point Borough Council

About the role
Accounting Technician (Finance) – Castle Point Borough Council. Permanent, full‑time, 37 hours per week.

• Salary: Grade 3 – SCP Range 9-12 £27,254–£28,598 per annum.
• Location: Castle Point, Council Offices, Benfleet.
• Closing date: 11 January 2026.

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 completing the qualification.

Benefits

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

Contact

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

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

Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, Customer Focus.

Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

How to apply

This role is being advertised on behalf of Castle Point Borough Council, therefore all applications must be submitted via the Castle Point Borough Council website. Please note that any applications submitted via the Working for Essex ‘apply’ button will be advised to reapply via the Castle Point Borough Council website.

Apply through the Castle Point Borough Council website.