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Management Accountant - Welsh Desirable

Independent Office for Police Conduct

Department
Independent Office for Police Conduct
Location
Cardiff
Openings
1 post
Grade
SEO
Salary
£41,878
Closing
4 days left
Profession
Analysis and Statistics
Contract
Permanent
Security clearance
SC
Working pattern
Full-time
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Job summary

We are seeking a talented Management Accountant to join our respected and inclusive Finance Team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to upholding our core values and delivering a high quality management accounting service across the IOPC.

What they’re looking for

  • Essential ExperienceDemonstrable experience of management accounting including budgeting and forecasting
  • Demonstrable experience of producing and presenting reports to non-financial managers
  • Experience of analysing and accurately interpreting data from various sources to support decisions, demonstrating attention to detail, problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Understanding of an effective financial control environment.
  • Experience of working independently, managing a busy workload to deliver deadlines and priorities.
  • Experience of effectively communicating complex financial information and decisions to a range of stakeholders.
  • Essential TechnicalCurrent membership of one of the UK accounting bodies (CIMA, CIPFA, ACCA or ICAEW) and either fully qualified, or part qualified in final year of studies with a commitment to complete the qualification.
  • High level of IT literacy, particularly MS Excel.
  • Skills and AbilitiesStrong collaboration skills with the ability to work at pace.
  • Ability to analyse and accurately interpret data from various sources to support decisions, demonstrating attention to detail and problem-solving.
  • Excellent communicator, with the ability to explain complex financial issues clearly and concisely.

Job description

In this role, you will play a leading role in providing expertise that helps inform strategic decision-making and enables the organisation to achieve its objectives.

You will play a key role in delivering accurate, timely and meaningful financial information, supporting the continuous development and transformation of our services as we investigate the most serious complaints and conduct matters involving the police.

In return, we offer a varied and rewarding role within a supportive and inclusive environment, where your expertise will be valued, your development encouraged, and your contribution will make a real difference.

  • Management accounting and reporting including budgeting and forecasting.
  • Review and interpret data to ensure accuracy of reporting and provide insight into the numbers.
  • Assist the business in developing realistic forecasts that consider financial risks and opportunities.
  • Engage with Finance Business Partners and other stakeholders to share information and add value to financial reporting.
  • Track the delivery of agreed investment and efficiency plans and other performance targets.

Please refer to the Job Description for full role responsibilities.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

  • UK nationals
  • nationals of the Republic of Ireland
  • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
  • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
  • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
  • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
  • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

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Selection process

We'll assess you against these Senior Executive Officer (SEO) Level behaviours during the selection process:

  • Delivering at Pace

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Throughout the recruitment process we will also assess your Experience, Strengths, Technical Skills and Values.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete three sift Questions based on the essential criteria. Once you have formally applied, please send your CV to Nikki via recruitment@policeconduct.gov.uk Please kindly note that a formal submission will not be accepted without a supporting CV. Your CV will be anonomysed to uphold the integrity of our fair and inclusive recruitment practices.

Shortlisted canddiates will be invited to attend an interview, and behaviours assessed at this stage will be shared with successful candidates.

Anticipated assessment and interview dates are estimated to take place in November 2026.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

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