Assistant Accountant

METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job description

Finance - Assistant Accountant - Police Staff - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ

Salary: The starting salary is £38,926, which includes allowances totalling £2,928. The salary is broken down as £35,998 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £38,523 Plus, a location allowance of £1,928 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.

Location: West Brompton

The Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters (CTPHQ) ensures that the Counter Terrorism (CT) network has the funding, capabilities, and resources it needs to effectively deliver the Government’s counter terrorism strategy (CONTEST) and to keep people safe from terrorism. It does this through the provision of corporate services as well as national operational tasking and co-ordination. It houses unique national CT capabilities that support the entire network as well as overseeing delivery of CT Policing across the regions.

Job Purpose

The post holder will be responsible for working with Strategic Finance to deliver and embed a co-ordinated finance business partnering function for CT Policing, aligning counter terrorism financial activity across four broad areas in support of the Government’s National CONTEST strategy.

Vetting

This post requires access to sensitive intelligence material. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (enhanced)(SC(e)) level before taking up the post; with a willingness to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) once in post, if required.

Confidentiality Agreement

Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post.

Our Employee Commitments

Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and can reach their full potential. Inclusion, diversity, and equality are at the forefront of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve.

Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements, including part-time working or job share.

How to apply

Click the apply now button below and start your career at the Met. Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement, and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role.

Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 7^th May 2025.