Assistant Accountant

Service Care Solutions; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a motivated Assistant Accountant to join the Finance team at Dyfed-Powys Police. This temporary role offers a hybrid working arrangement and involves supporting financial management through accurate reporting and budget monitoring. Candidates must be AAT qualified or part-qualified with a strong understanding of financial processes. Apply now to contribute to effective financial management in a meaningful capacity.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant required.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and accounting standards.
• Experience with reconciliations, reporting, and financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end and year-end processes.
• Perform reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for senior stakeholders.

Skills

AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant

Strong understanding of financial processes

Experience with reconciliations

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in financial systems

Education

Membership of a recognised professional body (IFAC)

Tools

Agresso Business World

Job description

Overview

Role: Assistant Accountant

Location: Dyfed-Powys Police Headquarters (Hybrid Working Arrangement)

Rate: £19.60 PAYE / £23.06 LTD per hour (umbrella)

Department: Finance

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Assistant Accountant to join the Finance team at Dyfed-Powys Police on a temporary basis until 31 March 2026. You will play a key role in supporting the financial management of the organisation, contributing to accurate reporting, budget monitoring, and compliance with accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end and year-end processes, including preparation of the Statement of Accounts.
• Perform reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
• Support the budget-setting process and monitor/report variances.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for senior stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and internal policies.
• Provide financial advice and support to internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant, with membership of a recognised professional body (IFAC).
• Strong understanding of financial processes and accounting standards.
• Experience with reconciliations, reporting, and financial systems.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work to strict deadlines.
• Proficient in financial systems (Agresso Business World desirable).

Additional Information

• Contract until 31 March 2026.
• Security vetting (MV/SC) required.
• This role involves regular use of display screen equipment and headsets.

Apply

Apply Now Service Care Solutions is proud to assist in this recruitment campaign. If you meet the above criteria and would like to be considered, please apply now or reach out directly to discuss the role in more detail.

Harry Greenhalgh
Specialist Recruiter - Youth Justice
Service Care Solutions
[e-mail]
01772 208962