Financial and accounting technicians Salary
Median salary £53,265 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
About this role
Financial and accounting technicians prepare accounts, process financial transactions and support qualified accountants with bookkeeping, tax computations and financial reporting. They apply technical accounting knowledge in practice, industry and public sector settings.
Key responsibilities
- Preparing management accounts and financial statements
- Processing transactions and maintaining ledgers
- Preparing VAT returns and basic tax computations
- Reconciling accounts and investigating discrepancies
- Supporting audit preparation and year-end processes
Qualifications and entry routes
AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) qualification is the standard route. Levels 2-4 cover bookkeeping through to professional diploma. Many progress to ACA, ACCA or CIMA from AAT.
Career outlook
Consistent demand. AAT qualification provides a stepping stone to chartered accountancy. Cloud accounting skills are increasingly expected.
Key skills
Common industries
- Accounting firms
- SMEs
- Public sector
- Financial services
- Charities
Data coverage
Median Salary
£53,265
Mean Salary
£57,938
Jobs (000s)
29k
Data Years
11 years
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£23,251
0-2 years
Mid Level
£33,617
3-7 years
Senior
£73,894
8-15 years
Potential career growth: +218% from entry to leadership
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: -2.0%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
All Employees
£53,265
Full-time Only
£60,575
Full-time premium: +£7,310
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