Assistant Accountant

Adecco; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Carmarthen is seeking a temporary financial professional to support sound financial management and control. The ideal candidate should be AAT qualified or part-qualified and skilled in financial reporting and budget management. This role involves a hybrid work arrangement, requiring both office attendance and remote work. Successful applicants will support the financial team in various accounting tasks within the police environment.

Qualifications

• AAT qualification or part-qualified status needed.
• Strong independent work and prioritisation skills.
• Experience in budget management and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end and year-end account closures.
• Produce financial reports for Chief Officers and Police Authority.
• Support budget setting and monitor/report variances.

Skills

AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant

Ability to interpret financial regulations

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proven problem-solving skills

High accuracy and attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Ability to travel within the force area

Ability to communicate in Welsh to Level 1

Education

Diploma-level qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Recruiter: Adecco
Location: Police HQ, Carmarthen
Contract Type: Temporary (until March 2026)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week
Pay Rate: 18.98 per hour
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2-3 days office-based; potentially full-time office during training)

Job Purpose

To provide a professional, high-quality, and efficient financial service that supports sound financial management and control, enhances financial performance, and contributes to organisational objectives and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Role-Specific Tasks:

• Understand International Financial Reporting Standards and accounting regulations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end account closures, including the Statement of Accounts.
• Perform timely reconciliations to ensure accurate financial ledger entries.
• Adhere to monthly and annual accounting and reporting schedules.
• Submit timely and accurate financial/statistical returns to government departments and other bodies.
• Support budget setting, project costing, and monitoring/reporting of variances.
• Produce financial reports for Chief Officers, the Police Authority, and ad hoc needs.

Generic Tasks:

• Provide advice and guidance as required.
• Undertake administrative and financial activities.
• Deliver efficient service to internal and external customers, maintaining confidentiality.
• Communicate effectively across all levels.
• Maintain and update force systems in line with business needs.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices.

Skills & Experience Required

• AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant with membership of an IFAC-recognised body.
• Ability to interpret and apply financial regulations and guidance.
• Proven ability to work independently, managing and prioritising workload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Practical problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing budgets.
• Experience delivering high-quality presentations.
• Diploma-level qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
• Professional accreditation in the specialist area.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective keyboard and data entry skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to travel within the force area.
• Ability to communicate in Welsh to Level 1, or willingness to achieve this within 6 months.

How to Apply

If you meet the criteria, please apply. If shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will contact you to discuss submitting your application to Dyfed Powys Police.

Important Notes

• Applicants must have lived in the UK continuously for the past 3 years to be eligible.
• Any job offer will be subject to Police Vetting.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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