Job Description

Accounting Technician
Permanent
Full-Time
28,163 - 30,559 (pay award pending wef 1 April 2025)
Come and work for an award-winning organisation!


We are an ambitious and forward-thinking council. We are committed to making Cheltenham a better place to live and work, enabling communities and businesses to thrive whilst protecting what is good about our town.



We aim to be an employer of choice where everyone is treated fairly and feels valued and respected. We aim to provide a stimulating and rewarding working environment that encourages our people to work together, provides opportunities for them to reach their full potential and achieve a healthy work/life balance.
Working at Cheltenham Borough Council means working as part of a committed, professional, and friendly team.
About the role


Take the Next Step in Your Finance Career with Cheltenham Borough Council

Are you a motivated finance professional ready for your next challenge?

At Cheltenham Borough Council, we're proud to be shaping a town where people can live, work, and thrive. Our innovative, award-winning approach to local government has earned national recognition--most recently, our flagship Golden Valley development was featured in the Government's National Cyber Strategy.

But we're just getting started.



From waste collection to town centre regeneration, our work impacts every corner of local life--and our Finance team is at the heart of it all.



We're looking for a qualified Accounting Technician (AAT or equivalent) who's eager to make a real difference. In this role, you'll:

Support the delivery of our annual financial reporting cycle Contribute to high-profile, strategic projects Collaborate with a passionate, forward-thinking team

We foster a culture of coaching and mentoring, and we're committed to helping you grow. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise or take the next step in your career, we'll support your journey.



Join us--and help shape the future of Cheltenham.

What can we do for you...


An excellent pension scheme. You will be eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). A generous holiday entitlement of 26 days (pro rata) rising to 31 days (pro rata) after five years (excluding Bank Holidays). A flexible and agile working environment. We aim to provide opportunities to work from home or elsewhere and offer flexibility in working hours. A comprehensive programme of learning and development. Two days (pro rata) paid time off for volunteering. Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes. Access to free counselling services. Upon successful completion of your probation period, you will then have access to our Healthcare Cashback Plan. A cycle to work scheme. Low-cost town centre parking. A commitment to employee wellbeing. Applications


To apply for this position please click on "apply now" at the bottom of this page to complete an application form and supporting statement together with your CV. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Cheltenham Borough Council.
The council is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Closing date


Thu, 07 Aug 2025