Accounting Technician

Job Summary

Job Role Title: Accounting Technician

Salary: F - £35,412 - £39,152 (pending April 2026 Pay award)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time (Agile working 3 days in the office)

Number of hours per week: 37 hours per week

Job Advert Text

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic community-focused organisation?

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is seeking a skilled Accounting Technician to join our team.

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.

If you are passionate about numbers, accuracy, and contributing to a meaningful cause, we would love to hear from you!

Benefits you will receive:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working
• Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays
• Full support for ongoing professional development
• On-site gym facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Access to an emergency services "Blue Light" discount card
• Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support
• Access to the Service's 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• 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.

Hybrid working is available.

Recruitment Schedule

Closing date: 23:th April 2026

Test and interview w/c 11 May 2026

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want 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. These organisations include:

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion
• Department of Works and Pension's Disability Confident scheme
• Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

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.

Sponsorship

Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

Job Objectives

• Supporting the Strategic Accountant in budget setting and budget monitoring
• Supporting Corporate Finance for key activities e.g. final accounts
• Data analysis

Skills Required

• AAT accounting qualification or equivalent
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office.
• Good financial systems and spreadsheet skills.
• Excellent organisational and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.