Accountant (Maternity Cover)

23 hours ago


Epping, Essex, United Kingdom Epping Forest District Council Full time

Salary

£47,578 - £49,763

Contractual hours

36

Basis

Full time

Region

Epping

Package

LGPS pension scheme
28 days annual leave + bank holidays
Perkbox discounts & wellbeing perks
Hybrid working
Ongoing professional development
Flexible pay via Stream
Reimbursement of professional membership

Job category/type

Fixed Term - Full Time

Date posted

27/10/2025

Job reference

EREQ000461

We are seeking a positive, proactive, and self-motivated person to join our team at Epping Forest District Council.

The post is a full-time post but temporary for a period of 12 months to cover Maternity leave.

The successful candidate will support the Technical Accountant in the delivery of key technical accounting functions such as Reconciliations, preparation of the Final Accounts, support in the audit of accounts and treasury management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Bank, debtor and payroll reconciliations
  • Maintenance of grant register
  • Support for preparation of Final Accounts
  • Support in the Audit of Accounts

About You

  • Ideally, financial qualification e.g. AAT or equivalent and/or to demonstrable experience
  • Previous experience in a similar financial accounting or corporate finance role.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel and Outlook, and comfortable using financial systems.
  • Excellent spreadsheet skills
  • Familiarisation with Pay360, Ash Debtors, I-trent and E-Financial systems is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
  • Ability to demonstrate collaborative working
  • Ability to be organised, efficient, and articulate, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Working Arrangements

The Council can offer an excellent collaborative working environment which promotes remote working as well as on site working at the Civic Offices in Epping, which offer a modern, high specification workspace.

This role is offered on a hybrid basis, with an expectation that colleagues are expected to be in the office at least once per month for team meetings (as a minimum), for project work and collaborative activities, and as often as the role requires face to face attendance.

Why Join Us?

The finance team at Epping Forest will provide the postholder a supportive environment where you can develop and contribute to the operations of the team.

A competitive salary of £47,578 - £49,763 is available.

The Council also offers a range of other benefits including a basic 28 days annual leave in addition to public holidays and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

Ongoing personal development is encouraged and supported.

How to Apply

Please submit your application by Sunday 9th November 2025 (deadline at 23:59) using the 'Apply now' button

If you have any questions, feel free to contact :

Mandy Fuller -

Sheena Adrian -

Epping Forest District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.



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