At a Glance
- Tasks: Support financial services and assist in preparing financial information for senior staff.
- Company: Join Telford and Wrekin Council, an award-winning authority with strong financial management.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, flexible working, and a fantastic leave package.
- Other info: Work in a supportive team environment with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Kickstart your accountancy career with clear progression opportunities and hybrid working.
- Qualifications: Studying for AAT or willing to start, with good GCSEs in English and Maths.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 28000 £ per year.
This role would be suitable for someone wishing to pursue a career in Accountancy and is at the start of their studies. It is offered with a clear progression route from Scale 3 to Scale 5, subject to qualification status, experience and performance.
About us
Telford and Wrekin Council is proud to be recognised as a well managed, award winning authority. Our strong financial management underpins everything we do, and our Finance team plays a critical role in delivering high quality services for residents and communities.
The Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen to join our Business, Education & Care Finance team as a Finance Assistant with a clear progression route linked to qualification status, experience and performance. You will support the delivery of financial services undertaking financial support and clerical level tasks, assisting in the preparation of financial information and advice to more senior finance staff for the efficient and effective delivery of Finance support services in line with prescribed deadlines. You will undertake administrative tasks to facilitate the efficient and effective running of the service and support with the delivery of technical support and advice. You will work closely with other members of the Finance Team, particularly Finance Officers and Accountants, who will manage your work programmes.
Qualifications
We are looking for someone who is actively studying for AAT or willing to start their studying with us. In addition, who has:
- Three 9-4 GCSE passes including English Language and Maths
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good communication skills - oral and written
- A good level of numeric skills
- The ability to achieve deadlines
- Good ICT skills for reporting e.g. word processing and data manipulation e.g. excel, financial systems
Working Arrangements
We are well established in a hybrid model of working, combining time at home with office attendance. When in the office, the role will be based at Darby House, close to Telford Town Centre with excellent road and rail links.
How to Apply
Further details can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification. If submitting a CV, you must also provide a supporting personal statement (maximum two sides of A4) demonstrating how you meet the role requirements. Applications without a personal statement will not be considered. Closing date for applications is midnight Tuesday 30th June 2026. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for the week commencing 13th July 2026.
Equality & Further Information
We are committed to equality and diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
What we offer:
- Competitive salaries and a fantastic leave package - starting at 24 days, rising to 32 days with service, plus 8 bank holidays and an extra concessionary day to enjoy.
- Flexible working & career progression
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks
- Free parking & confidential wellbeing support
- Hybrid working model - whether you're in the office or working from home, we support a balance that fits your personal and family commitments.
Finance Assistant in Telford employer: Telford and Wrekin Council
Telford and Wrekin Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a clear progression route from Finance Assistant to Finance Officer, competitive salaries, and a generous leave package, employees benefit from a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance while being part of a well-managed, award-winning authority dedicated to delivering high-quality services to the community.
Contact Details:
Telford and Wrekin Council Recruitment Team
