Accountancy and Finance Assistant

Employer:

Dartford Borough Council

Salary:

£27,969 PA increasing to £30,341 PA following 12 months satisfactory performance

Location:

Kent

Contract:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

Full Time

Hours:

37 hours per week. Monday- Friday. Flexi time available..

DBS Check:

Yes

Closing Date:

03/03/2026 at 23:59

Reference:

DBC/AFA26

Are you highly organised, great with detail, and looking to build your career in local government finance?

We are looking for a proactive Finance and Accountancy Assistant to join our Finance Department and play a key role in supporting essential financial services across the Council. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, keen to learn, and committed to providing excellent customer service.

As a Finance and Accountancy Assistant, you will help deliver a range of financial functions that support the smooth running of the Council.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable functions

Producing and distributing reports to council officers and departments

Supporting the delivery of accountancy services through monthly monitoring and reconcillations

Provide administrative support to treasury management function and the wider finance team

Working to agreed deadlines and standards to ensure accuracy, efficiency and excellent service

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys problem solving, working with numbers, and providing high quality administrative support in a fast paced environment.

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