Cash and Confiscations Officer

Nottinghamshire Police; Arnold; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym access

Canteen on site

Annual leave 24 days + bank holidays

Job summary

Nottinghamshire Police is seeking a Cash & Confiscations Officer within the Archive & Exhibits Service to oversee the release and management of confiscated cash and assets. The role supports governance through audits, reporting, and strict adherence to policy and legislation.

The successful candidate will manage reconciliations, provide specialist guidance on cash handling, and liaise with internal and external partners.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, audit, compliance or financial controls.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to produce accurate reports.
• Experience in regulated environments with strong governance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the release of confiscated cash and assets in line with legislation and policies.
• Act as single point of contact for cash and confiscation matters across the Force and external partners.
• Oversee management, transfer and reconciliation of seized cash and assets.
• Produce financial, statistical and management reports to support governance.
• Maintain audit trails and ensure compliance with regulations and controls.
• Provide specialist advice on cash handling and asset management processes.
• Attend court to provide evidence on property and confiscation processes.

Skills

Cash handling

Auditing

Compliance

Financial reporting

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Spreadsheets

Databases

Reporting tools

Education

NVQ Level 4 in Financial Management

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

Reporting tools

Job description

Are you an organised, analytical and detail-focused finance professional with experience in audit, compliance and financial controls? We are seeking a Cash & Confiscations Officer to join our Archive & Exhibits Service at Nottinghamshire Police.

What you'll do

• Manage and coordinate the release of confiscated cash, valuables and goods in line with legislation, court orders and Force policies.
• Act as the single point of contact for cash and confiscation matters across the Force and with external partner agencies.
• Oversee the management, transfer and reconciliation of seized, found and confiscated cash and assets.
• Manage Police Property Act Fund, Home Office Forfeiture, Proceeds of Crime and Client Monies accounts.
• Produce financial, statistical and management reports to support operational performance and governance requirements.
• Maintain accurate audit trails and ensure compliance with Force Financial Regulations and internal controls.
• Provide specialist advice and guidance on cash handling, confiscations and asset management processes.
• Support internal and external audits, investigating issues and implementing improvements where required.
• Contribute to the development of policies, procedures and training relating to cash and confiscations management.
• Attend court when required to provide evidence regarding property, continuity and confiscation processes.
• Significant experience in a finance, accounting, auditing or compliance-related role.
• Experience managing financial controls, reconciliations and audit processes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information and produce accurate reports.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Experience working within regulated environments with strict procedures and governance frameworks.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience using financial systems, spreadsheets, databases and reporting tools.
• NVQ Level 4 in Financial Management, Auditing or equivalent qualification, or substantial relevant experience.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

On-site facilities including a gym and a canteen