Senior Accounting Technician

Salary:Band D: £32,597 – £37,280 per annum

(Incremental progression at both bands is subject to performance.)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Council House, Solihull (agile working applies)

Due to internal progression, we’re looking for a Senior Accounting Technician (Band D) within our Adult Social Care directorate. 

A key part of the Financial Operations Team, you will deliver high‑quality financial, technical and administrative support the Adult Social Care (ASC) Finance Team - one of the most critical and high profile service areas in the Council. As the highest expenditure area within the local authority, the work is fast paced, varied, and focused on ensuring strong financial stewardship across care commissioning, payments, direct payments, and wider statutory responsibilities. We are looking for a proactive and motivated AAT qualified candidate who can contribute to a collaborative team environment and help us deliver timely, accurate and meaningful financial support to the Directorate.

Working with colleagues, budget managers and stakeholders across the Council, you will:

• Produce accurate, timely financial information and analysis
• Support budget setting, monitoring and year‑end processes
• Use financial systems such as Oracle to analyse, reconcile and maintain data
• Prepare and review spreadsheets, including complex Excel workbooks
• Provide professional financial advice, guidance and customer service
• Contribute to improving financial processes and controls
• Handle financial information with accuracy, confidentiality and care
• Prepare grant claims, supporting senior budget managers, and providing technical, advisory or supervisory support to colleagues.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, proactive and committed to delivering excellent financial services.

Applicants will need:

• 5 GCSEs (A*–C / 4–9), including Maths and English
• Full AAT qualification / MAAT membership (or equivalent)
• Experience in advanced Excel and complex financial analysis
• Experience working with financial data, systems and broad knowledge of accounting principles
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Experience supporting budget management, forecasting and/or year‑end
• Ability to provide technical advice, make evidence‑based decisions and work with minimal supervision

We offer:

• A friendly and supportive team environment
• Agile and flexible working arrangements
• Excellent training, CPD and career development
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• A strong focus on wellbeing, diversity and inclusion

Ready to Apply?

To apply, please click on the link below. If you have a specific question or require further information regarding the advertised posts, please contact Rob White at rob.white@solihull.gov.uk 

Closing date – 31st March 2026Interview dates – 9th / 10th April 2026

Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.