<p><p>Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic community-focused organisation? </p> <p>Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is seeking a skilled Accounting Technician to join our team. </p> <p>This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your expertise in a role that makes a real difference, helping to support the vital work of our emergency service. </p> <p>If you are passionate about numbers, accuracy, and contributing to a meaningful cause, we would love to hear from you! </p> <h2>Benefits you will receive </h2> <ul> <li>Competitive salary </li> <li>Flexible working </li> <li>Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays </li> <li>Full support for ongoing professional development </li> <li>On-site gym facilities </li> <li>Free onsite parking </li> <li>Access to an emergency services Blue Light discount card </li> <li>Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support </li> <li>Access to the Service's 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme </li> <li>Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax-approved, defined-benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire. </li> </ul> <p>Hybrid working is available. </p> <h2>Job Objectives </h2> <ul> <li>Supporting the Strategic Accountant in budget setting and budget monitoring </li> <li>Supporting Corporate Finance for key activities e.g. final accounts </li> <li>Data analysis </li> </ul> <h2>Skills Required </h2> <ul> <li>AAT accounting qualification or equivalent </li> <li>Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office. </li> <li>Good financial systems and spreadsheet skills. </li> <li>Excellent organisational and customer service skills. </li> <li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team. </li> </ul> <h2>Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We also aim to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. </h2> <ul> <li>Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion </li> <li>Department of Works and Pension's Disability Confident scheme </li> <li>Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA) </li> </ul> <h2>Pension Considerations </h2> <p>Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team. </p> <h2>Sponsorship </h2> <p>Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and is unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. </p> </p> #J-18808-Ljbffr Salary: GBP 30000 - 40000 per year