Public Accounts Clerk
| Company: | Mitie |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | ASCN 1ZZ |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 5 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 4 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Tax-Efficient Income | Accommodation & Meals Provided | Return Flights | Unique Overseas ExperienceImagine taking your accounts and financial administration experience somewhere very different.
As a Public Accounts Clerk on Ascension Island, you will support the administration of official public funds, processing payments and recoveries and helping to ensure bills, claims and financial records are managed accurately and on time.
This is a varied role covering public-account transactions, utilities and visiting-unit financial activities within a unique Defence environment.
What You'll Get
-Tax-efficient income
-Free accommodation and meals
-Return flights to the UK
-40 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
-Access to gym, sports and swimming facilities
-5% monthly site allowance
-10% annual tour bonus
-Professional development opportunities
-24-month fixed-term contract
The RoleYou will administer a range of Public Accounts activities, including authorised payments, recoveries, bills and claims, ensuring transactions are processed and recorded in accordance with required procedures.
You will also support utilities and visiting-unit requirements, together with month-end activities, financial reporting and audit preparation.
Key Responsibilities
-Process authorised payments, recoveries and other Public Accounts transactions.
-Raise and administer bills and recoveries, following up outstanding actions where required.
-Process claims and other authorised expenditure, maintaining the necessary records and documentation.
-Provide financial support for visiting units and personnel, including relevant charges and billing.
-Administer utility-related financial activities, including the preparation and processing of bills.
-Support month-end procedures and routine financial reporting.
-Maintain accurate, auditable Public Accounts records using relevant accounting and administrative systems.
-Prepare information and documentation for management checks and audits.
-Respond to enquiries and liaise professionally with military and civilian personnel, colleagues and other authorised customers.
-Handle financial, personal and sensitive information appropriately, maintaining confidentiality and information security.
-Provide cover for the Service Funds Clerk and the PA to the Commander Ascension Island Base during periods of absence or operational need, following appropriate training and authorisation.
-Undertake other reasonable duties as required.
What We Are Looking ForEssential
-Relevant experience in accounts, finance, bookkeeping, financial administration or a similar environment.
-Experience of processing financial transactions and maintaining accurate records.
-Strong numeracy skills with good attention to detail.
-Good IT capabilities, including confidence using Microsoft Office, spreadsheets and accounting or administrative systems.
-Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
-Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal professionally with a range of colleagues and customers.
-Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
-A high level of integrity and professionalism when handling financial information.
Desirable
-Previous experience of billing, recoveries, claims or similar financial activities.
-Previous experience of Defence, Public Accounts or Service Funds procedures.
-Experience using accounting software or financial-management systems.
-A full UK driving licence or recognised equivalent.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake the relevant Public Accounts training following appointment. Defence-specific procedures and systems can be learnt in post, and previous military experience is not essential.
Why Apply?This is an opportunity to use and develop your accounts experience while supporting the administration of public funds within an important Defence operation.
You will gain broader experience across payments, recoveries, billing and Public Accounts administration, together with the unique opportunity to live and work on Ascension Island.