At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain financial records, process deposits, and prepare accounting reports.
- Company: Join the U.S. Air Forces, Europe, a respected government organisation.
- Benefits: Earn £16.50 per hour with stable income and federal employee benefits.
- Other info: Enjoy a structured work environment with opportunities for telework.
- Why this job: Make a difference in military operations while building your accounting skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in double-entry accounting and automated ledger systems required.
The predicted salary is between 16.5 - 16.5 £ per hour.
U.S. Air Forces, Europe is hiring an Accounting Technician to join the NAF Accounting Office at RAF Alconbury in the United Kingdom. This position is suitable for applicants with accounting experience who enjoy working with financial records, cash management, and computerized accounting systems. The successful candidate will help maintain financial records using double-entry accounting methods. Daily duties include processing deposits, balancing cash, preparing accounting reports, maintaining ledgers, and supporting payroll and financial activities.
The role offers 20 guaranteed working hours each week, with the opportunity to work up to 40 hours depending on operational requirements. It is a permanent position with telework eligibility based on agency policy, although it is not a fully remote job. This opportunity is ideal for experienced accounting professionals who meet the eligibility requirements and would like to work within a respected U.S. Government organization supporting military operations in the United Kingdom.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain journals and ledgers using double-entry accounting.
- Process and verify daily deposits.
- Count, balance, and consolidate cash receipts.
- Prepare financial reports and accounting worksheets.
- Maintain the central change fund.
- Support payroll-related accounting records.
- Transport deposits to authorized military banking facilities.
- Follow government financial regulations and policies.
- Assist with accurate financial record keeping.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Previous experience with double-entry accounting.
- Experience using automated general ledger systems.
- Ability to analyze accounting transactions and account balances.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Comfortable working with cash and financial documents.
- Ability to complete a background investigation successfully.
- Must meet U.S. Government eligibility requirements.
- Must provide all required supporting documents before the closing date.
- Resume must clearly demonstrate relevant accounting experience.
- Education cannot replace the required work experience for this role.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position is based at RAF Alconbury in a structured office environment. Employees work with secure financial systems, accounting software, and established government procedures. The role requires attention to detail, confidentiality, teamwork, and accuracy. Telework may be available depending on agency policy, although employees should expect regular on-site responsibilities when required.
SALARY
Salary: £16.50 per hour. This hourly rate is competitive for an Accounting Technician position within a government organization. Government accounting roles often provide stable income, structured working hours, and access to employment benefits that can make the overall compensation package attractive compared with similar private-sector positions.
APPLICATION STATUS
Applications are currently being accepted until 09 November 2026 (11:59 PM EST).
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