Chief Finance Officer - Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Dyfed-Powys

Dyfed-Powys Police; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 94,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force is looking for a Chief Finance Officer to oversee financial strategy and budget management. The role requires a CCAB qualification and senior-level experience in financial management. Responsibilities include advising the Police and Crime Commissioner and ensuring effective financial scrutiny. This is a fixed-term position based in Carmarthen with hybrid working options available, offering a competitive salary. Candidates should apply with a CV and personal statement by the closing date.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes

Pension scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified (CCAB) with senior-level financial management experience.
• Proven track record in translating strategy into action.
• Experience in oversight of budgets and financial scrutiny.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support the Police and Crime Commissioner.
• Maintain the highest standards of financial management.
• Provide sound financial strategy and oversight.

Skills

Financial management experience

Budget oversight

Strategic planning

Effective financial scrutiny

Education

CCAB qualification

Job description

Chief Finance Officer, Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Dyfed-Powys

This role is for Chief Finance Officer at the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Dyfed-Powys Police. Salary: £94,890 – £101,130 per annum. Location: Office of Police and Crime Commissioner, Police Headquarters, Carmarthen (hybrid/remote option). Contract: Fixed Term, 2 years. Hours: 37 per week. Full‑time position, part‑time applications welcome with pro‑rata salary.

Job description

The appointee will play a key role in advising and supporting the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC). The main responsibilities include providing the PCC with a sound financial strategy, day‑to‑day oversight of the PCC’s budget, and ensuring effective financial scrutiny of all constabulary activities and commissioned services. You will join a small professional team delivering high‑quality support services aligned to strategy, resource planning, partnership working, commissioning, service delivery, engagement, information management, and performance evaluation. The statutory Chief Finance Officer will maintain the highest standards of financial management and probity, translating ideas into action through an innovative yet fiscally sound approach. Candidates must be professionally qualified (CCAB) and have senior‑level experience in financial management and scrutiny with a proven track record of translating strategy into action.

Application Process

If you have the skills and passion for this role, please view the role profile (https://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk/SysSiteAssets/media/downloads/dyfed-powys/careers/guidance-Documents/police-staff-attainments-english.pdf), upload your CV, and include a personal statement addressing the criteria. Candidates should also review the candidate guidance (https://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk/SysSiteAssets/media/downloads/dyfed-powys/careers/guidance-Documents/police-staff-attainments-english.pdf) and submit via the online platform. Short‑listed candidates will be invited to interview on 4 February 2026; applications close 26 January 2026 23:55.

Successful candidate will undergo enhanced security vetting and a confirmation hearing with the Police and Crime Panel.

What can you expect?

• All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join
• 24 days annual leave (rises to 29 days with 5 years’ service) plus 8 bank holidays
• Additional 24 days flexi leave (role-dependent)
• Access to on‑site gyms and fitness classes
• Hybrid/Agile working (role-dependent)
• Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy
• Pension scheme
• Staff Support Networks
• Flexible working opportunities
• Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements
• Sick pay provisions

For further information or a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Carys Morgans at [e-mail].

Diversity and Welsh language

The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner are inclusive employers and strive to have a workforce representative of the communities they police and serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, social status or religious beliefs. We are committed to being a bilingual organisation and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Find out if you’re eligible for Positive Action here. We continue to work towards creating a safe, open culture that is ethical and inclusive of all. We have a range of staff networks and groups to provide specific support and advice, and our aim is to recruit talented people with a diverse range of skills and experience.