Accounting Technician (Part-time)
Accounting Technician (Part-time)
Location: Headquarters, Northallerton
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time, 18.5 hours per week
Salary: Scale 2-6, £24,747 - £35,772
Closing Date: 12th January 2026
Role Profile Accounting Technician.pdf
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounting Technician to join our Finance Team.
We are looking for someone to join our Finance Team and contribute to the core accounting function. The right person will be somebody part or fully AAT qualified or somebody who has equivalent experience within a finance environment.
Key responsibilities:
You will be responsible for supporting the wider Finance department in carrying out transactional accounting to the year-end, annual budget and in year budget monitoring processes. This will include processing transactions to the Oracle finance system, treasury management activity, Journals, Budget and Forecast Virements.
Additional duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Performing month end processing, and preparing reconciliations in accordance with the agreed timetable
- Carry out workflow monitoring and participate /contribute toward associated error resolution
- Contribute toward support and development of system environments
- Assist with provision of service reporting to colleagues
What We’re Looking For
- Part or fully AAT Qualified or relevant experience
- High degree of accuracy
- Ability to adhere to tight deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Why Join Us?
Working for the emergency services is both meaningful and impactful. At North Yorkshire Police & North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service, we’re committed to helping colleagues reach their full potential in a fair, inclusive, and supportive environment. We value diverse perspectives and actively promote staff wellbeing so everyone can thrive. Please visit our websites to learn more about our organisation.
We’re also proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth:
- Local Government Pension Scheme – secure and competitive retirement planning
- Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme – access to affordable vehicle leasing options
- Generous Annual Leave – 24 days rising to 30 with length of service, plus bank holidays
- Blue Light Discount – enjoy savings at major retailers and services
- Flexi-Time for Staff Roles – tailor your working hours to suit your lifestyle while meeting team objectives
- Access to Trade Union Membership – opportunity to join UNISON
- Inclusion & Diversity Networks – connect with colleagues and contribute to a culture of belonging
- Health & Wellbeing Services – access to resources that support your physical and mental health
To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- You must have the right to work in the UK, with no restrictions on your employment
- Internal applicants must have successfully completed their probation period
- Meet residency requirements for vetting:
o RV Level Vetting – minimum 3 years UK residency
Your Application
North Yorkshire Police and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are equal opportunity employers. Both organisations are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within your role, please declare this within your online application. A member of our team will contact you prior to your interview to ensure appropriate support is in place.
Safer Recruitment
North Yorkshire Police and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Safeguarding is a core part of our recruitment process, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All successful candidates will undergo a thorough recruitment process and must obtain satisfactory pre-employment clearances before commencing employment, including satisfactory Vetting or DBS checks, references, and a medical assessment, including absence history. Adherence to our safeguarding policies and procedures is essential.
Ready to Apply?
As part of our selection process, we’ll assess your skills and experience against the requirements of the role. We therefore encourage you to take your time to tailor your application, ensuring your responses align with the job advert and role profile.
Interviews are scheduled to take place: w/c 26th Janyary 2026
We look forward to receiving your online application.