OPCC Chief Finance Officer - Police Staff

Nottinghamshire Police; Arnold; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner is seeking an exceptional Chief Finance Officer / Section 151 Officer to provide strategic financial leadership for policing, crime prevention and community safety priorities. You will advise the PCC, lead the Medium-Term Financial Strategy and ensure robust governance and financial controls.

Based at the Joint Police/Fire Headquarters in Nottingham, the role involves working closely with the Chief Executive, Chief Constable’s Section 151 Officer and

Qualifications

• A recognised CCAB accounting qualification.
• Significant senior financial leadership experience within a complex organisation.
• Strong understanding of public sector and policing finance, governance and accountability.
• Experience of strategic financial planning and resource management.
• Experience of managing change.
• Exceptional leadership, communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to provide clear and objective advice to elected members and senior leaders.
• Commitment to the principles of public service and ethical leadership.
• Experience within policing, local government, criminal justice or wider public sector organisations.
• Knowledge of the Police Funding Formula and the policing finance environment.
• Experience operating within a politically sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as statutory CFO under the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 and section 151 Officer under the Local Government Act 1972.
• Provide strategic financial advice to the PCC.
• Lead the development and delivery of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy.
• Oversee budget planning, financial governance, treasury management and financial reporting.
• Ensure robust financial controls, risk management and compliance with legislation and guidance.
• Support effective commissioning, procurement and value-for-money initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with Nottinghamshire Police, auditors, the Joint Independent Audit Committee, local authorities and partners.
• Be a dynamic and proactive member of the OPCC's Senior Leadership Team.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance function to support priorities and future challenges.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Leadership & communication

Influencing skills

Advice to elected members

Public service ethos

Public sector / policing knowledge

Education

CCAB accounting qualification (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

OPCC Chief Finance Officer - Police Staff

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Chief Finance Officer / Section 151 Officer for the Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner

Salary: Competitive Senior Leadership Package
Location: Joint Police/Fire Headquarters, Nottingham
Contract: Full Time, Permanent (Part-Time would be considered)

Informal Interviews will take place on Teams on the 30 th November 2026 prior to the formal interviews; which are due to take place on the 2 nd December 2026 in person.

Lead Financial Strategy. Shape Public Confidence. Make a Difference.

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Nottinghamshire (PCC) is seeking an exceptional financial leader to join the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner's (OPCC's) Senior Leadership Team as Chief Finance Officer / Section 151 Officer (CFO).

Advising the PCC directly, reporting to and working closely with the OPCC's Chief Executive & Monitoring Officer, Chief Constable's Section 151 Officer and senior stakeholders, you will provide strategic financial leadership, ensuring the effective stewardship of public funds and supporting the delivery of policing, crime prevention and community safety priorities across Nottinghamshire.

This is a unique opportunity to influence decision-making at the highest level, ensuring financial sustainability whilst helping to deliver safer communities and improved outcomes for Nottinghamshire's residents.

The Role

As the OPCC's CFO, you will:

• Act as the statutory CFO under the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011, and section 151 Officer under the Local Government Act 1972
• Provide strategic financial advice to the PCC
• Lead the development and delivery of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy
• Oversee budget planning, financial governance, treasury management and financial reporting
• Ensure robust financial controls, risk management and compliance with all relevant legislation and professional standards and guidance
• Support effective commissioning, procurement and value-for-money initiatives
• Work collaboratively with Nottinghamshire Police, internal and external auditors, the Joint Independent Audit Committee, local authorities and other partners
• Be a dynamic and proactive member of the OPCC's Senior Leadership Team
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance function capable of supporting organisational priorities and future challenges.

About You

We are looking for a highly capable, values-driven finance professional who is committed to public service and team-working and can demonstrate:

• A recognised CCAB accounting qualification (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Significant senior financial leadership experience within a complex organisation
• Strong understanding of public sector and policing finance, governance and accountability
• Experience of strategic financial planning and resource management
• Experience of managing change
• Exceptional leadership, communication and influencing skills
• Ability to provide clear and objective advice to elected members and senior leaders
• Commitment to the principles of public service and ethical leadership.
• Experience within policing, local government, criminal justice or wider public sector organisations
• Knowledge of the Police Funding Formula and the policing finance environment
• Experience operating within a politically sensitive environment.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Influence the financial direction of policing, crime prevention and community safety across Nottinghamshire
• Work alongside senior leaders to deliver meaningful outcomes for communities
• Lead major transformation and efficiency programmes
• Contribute to innovative approaches that maximise value from public resources
• Be part of a progressive organisation committed to transparency, integrity and continuous improvement.

Our Commitment

The Nottinghamshire OPCC is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and everyone can achieve their potential. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and encourage applications from under-represented groups.

The Future

The Government is part way through its Devolution and Police Reform agenda. This is an exciting time ahead of planned changes.

Potential candidates interested in this role should familiarise themselves with the changes proposed for our area and are encouraged, as part of this, to have informal conversations with key contacts prior to the selection process.

Further Information

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact in the first instance - Sandra Coleman, Executive Assistant to the PCC and Chief Executive & Monitoring Officer at [e-mail] or on 0115 844 5998.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All applicants will be subject to the Nottinghamshire Police Vetting Policy.

Nottinghamshire Police is committed to the principles of Equality, Fairness and Diversity, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community in our efforts to recruit a diverse and flexible workforce that reflects the people we serve.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered at a later stage for candidates successfully shortlisted. Please be aware, this will not cause any detriment or impact to your application, our aim is to support you throughout the process.

Please note that government plans are underway to transfer functions under the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) model to the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) Mayor in May 2028 as part of reforms introduced by the Police Reform Bill. This is expected to enable better join up with local services across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.

Functions delivered by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) will still be required under the new Mayoral model and TUPE (the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006) has applied where such transfers have occurred elsewhere in the country and should therefore apply to staff in the employment of the OPCC in Nottinghamshire at that time.

Please be assured that Nottinghamshire OPCC is working closely with the Mayor, EMCCA and the Derbyshire PCC and OPCC to ensure a smooth, orderly and well-planned transition. If you have any questions or concerns about these changes in the meantime, please feel free to contact a member of the OPCC team.