1153 - Accounting Technician in Felixstowe

Hutchison Ports – Port of Felixstowe is the UK’s largest deep‑water container port and a key gateway for global trade. We are currently looking for an Accounting Technician to join our Finance team, supporting the delivery of accurate, compliant and efficient financial processes across the business. This role plays an important part in maintaining financial integrity, governance and operational efficiency, providing financial, administrative and systems support within the Finance function. You will be involved in a wide range of accounting activities including journals, reconciliations, treasury support and financial reporting, while contributing to continuous improvement across finance processes and systems. Working closely with the Management Accountant and wider Finance team, you will help ensure financial data is accurate, timely and compliant with company policies and external requirements.

Our Benefits – Rewarding the people who keep our port moving

• Competitive pension: 8% employer contribution (min 4% employee)
• Life Assurance: 14× annual salary for pension scheme members (4× for non-members)
• Annual profit share bonus and performance related bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential counselling, stress & anxiety support, financial wellbeing guidance, plus access to our Wellbeing Hub
• On site Occupational Health Team and wellbeing support

Time, Flexibility & Community

• Paid leave, enhanced sick pay terms, and family friendly policies
• Volunteering days supporting our local community
• Perkbox retail discounts, wellbeing content and savings across hundreds of brands

Growth & Development

• Access to development pathways, accredited training, and career progression opportunities across our port network

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and post monthly journals, ensuring accuracy across Group financial systems.
• Carry out balance sheet reconciliations and account analysis, resolving discrepancies across areas such as payroll, intercompany and work in progress.
• Support the integrity of financial systems, including interface checks and system reconciliations, resolving any issues identified.
• Assist with month‑end processes, including system close down and coordination of reporting timelines.
• Perform treasury activities, including daily reconciliations, weekly cash reporting and month‑end cash journals.
• Maintain and support the fixed asset register, including reporting, verification and system updates.
• Assist with group consolidation and statutory reporting, including submissions to the Office of National Statistics.
• Provide supporting information for management accounts and contribute to the development of standard operating procedures.
• Carry out stock counts as an independent Finance representative.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures and controls, identifying opportunities for improvement.

What you need

• At least 1 year’s experience within a Finance function.
• AAT qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Minimum 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• High attention to detail and ability to work accurately with financial data.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines and multiple tasks.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with stakeholders.

Shifts & Pay

• Basic salary: Up to £37,438 depending upon experience.
• Hours: 37.5hrs per week – Monday to Friday

Inclusion & Community

We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate individual differences and believe that embracing diversity drives innovation, creativity, and stronger collaboration across our teams. As part of this commitment, we consider all qualified applicants and encourage open conversations about flexible working. We offer a supportive, community‑focused environment and are proud to hold Chartered Status from Women in Maritime. Our dedicated Diversity & Inclusion committee supports a range of employee networks, including our Women’s Network, PRIDE, Early Careers, Veterans & Reserves, Disability, and Culture groups.

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