Job Title: Trainee Accountant (Career grade 2)
Employer: Derbyshire County Council
Closing date: 07 December 2025
Contract: Permanent – 37 hours per week (Hybrid working)
Location: Town Hall in Matlock, with remote working considered for part of the time.
This role will provide valuable exposure to financial reporting, external audits, budgeting and financial planning. You’ll gain hands‑on experience while supporting senior finance colleagues in delivering high‑quality financial services.
About this role
* Support financial reporting, budgeting and external audits.
* Assist in preparing government returns and providing technical financial advice.
* Develop skills in financial analysis and reporting to support decision making.
About you
* AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) Level 4 qualified or equivalent, with 5 GCSEs grades 4‑9 (or A‑C) including English and Maths.
* At least two years’ experience working in a financial environment.
* Proficiency in Excel and computerised financial packages (ideally Unit 4).
* High level of numeracy to produce and monitor revenue accounts for a range of services.
* Team player able to engage with a variety of stakeholders.
* Able to work without strict supervision and meet deadlines.
Applicants will need to demonstrate that they meet ALL essential elements of the person specification to meet our shortlisting criteria.
For further information or an informal discussion about the post please contact Kristina Blowen, Senior Accountant, 01629 761261.
Contact: humanresources@derbyshiredales.gov.uk
Note: We do not accept CVs. Candidates must possess the necessary ‘right to work in the UK’ authorisation. We are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa as we do not possess a visa sponsorship licence.
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