Assistant Accountant

Adecco; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force is seeking an Assistant Accountant to deliver high-quality financial services. This role involves month-end closures and budget management, requiring AAT qualification and strong communication skills. The position is hybrid, offering 18.98 per hour, and applicants must have lived in the UK for the last 3 years and be subject to Police Vetting.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently, managing and prioritising workload.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective keyboard and data entry skills.
• Ability to travel within the force area.
• Ability to communicate in Welsh to Level 1, or willingness to achieve this within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional financial accounting support to the organization.
• Assist with month-end and year-end account closures.
• Perform timely reconciliations for accurate ledger entries.
• Support budget setting and monitoring of variances.
• Produce financial reports for management.

Skills

AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant

Ability to interpret and apply financial regulations

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Practical problem-solving skills

Experience managing budgets

Professional accreditation in the specialist area

Education

Diploma-level qualification or equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Assistant Accountant - Dyfed Powys Police

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.

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 & Qualifications

• 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.

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